The flight distance from Wakaya Island Airport (KAY) in Wakaya Island, Fiji to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 16,585 kilometers (10,305 miles / 8,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:09 in Wakaya Island, it's 07:09 in Zurich. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,286 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Wakaya Island Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Wakaya Island (KAY) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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