MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
6,654 km
4,135 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,654 km
4,135 mi / 3,593 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
342°
north northwest

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MMQ ZRH
Airport Name Mbala Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MMQ ZRH
ICAO Code FLBA LSZH
City Mbala Zurich
Country Zambia Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,454 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 31.340000 47.460000, 8.550000

Mbala (MMQ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,654 kilometers (4,135 miles / 3,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 Zambia 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 22:21 in Mbala, it's 21:21 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,038 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Mbala Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Mbala (MMQ) follows a heading of 154° (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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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