MGH
Margate
South Africa
8,977 km
5,578 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,977 km
5,578 mi / 4,847 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

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MGH ZRH
Airport Name Margate Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MGH ZRH
ICAO Code FAMG LSZH
City Margate Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 495 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -30.860000, 30.340000 47.460000, 8.550000

Margate (MGH) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,977 kilometers (5,578 miles / 4,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa 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 18:27 in Margate, it's 17:27 in Zurich.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Margate (MGH) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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