MSO
Missoula
United States
8,139 km
5,057 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,139 km
5,057 mi / 4,395 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MSO ZRH
Airport Name Missoula Montana Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MSO ZRH
ICAO Code KMSO LSZH
City Missoula Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,206 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 46.920000, -114.090000 47.460000, 8.550000

Missoula (MSO) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) in Missoula, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,139 kilometers (5,057 miles / 4,395 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:36 in Missoula, it's 15:36 in Zurich. With a 8-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 1,790 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Missoula Montana Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Missoula (MSO) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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