KAN
Kano
Nigeria
3,937 km
2,447 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
3,937 km
2,447 mi / 2,126 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
north

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KAN ZRH
Airport Name Mallam Aminu International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code KAN ZRH
ICAO Code DNKN LSZH
City Kano Zurich
Country Nigeria Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Zurich
Elevation 1,562 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 12.050000, 8.520000 47.460000, 8.550000

Kano (KAN) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 3,937 kilometers (2,447 miles / 2,126 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Nigeria with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:36 in Kano, it's 13:36 in Zurich.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 180° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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