MDZ
Mendoza
Argentina
11,782 km
7,321 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
11,782 km
7,321 mi / 6,362 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Argentina/Mendoza
Heading
43°
northeast

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MDZ ZRH
Airport Name El Plumerillo Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MDZ ZRH
ICAO Code SAME LSZH
City Mendoza Zurich
Country Argentina Switzerland
Timezone America/Argentina/Mendoza Europe/Zurich
Elevation 2,310 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -32.830000, -68.790000 47.460000, 8.550000

Mendoza (MDZ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 11,782 kilometers (7,321 miles / 6,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Argentina with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in Mendoza, it's 17:50 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Mendoza (MDZ) follows a heading of 239° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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