Airport Comparison
Monkey Mia (MJK) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Shark Bay Airport (MJK) in Monkey Mia, Australia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 13,193 kilometers (8,198 miles / 7,124 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 Australia 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 15:25 in Monkey Mia, it's 08:25 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,305 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Shark Bay Airport.
The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Monkey Mia (MJK) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Shark Bay Airport (MJK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.