The flight distance from Henderson Field (MDY) in Midway Atoll, UM to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 11,581 kilometers (7,196 miles / 6,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 UM with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:24 in Midway Atoll, it's 20:24 in Zurich. With a 12-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 1,404 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Henderson Field.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Midway Atoll (MDY) follows a heading of 5° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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