MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
4,526 km
2,813 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,526 km
2,813 mi / 2,444 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
328°
north northwest

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MSW ZRH
Airport Name Massawa International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MSW ZRH
ICAO Code HHMS LSZH
City Massawa Zurich
Country Eritrea Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Asmara Europe/Zurich
Elevation 194 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 15.670000, 39.370000 47.460000, 8.550000

Massawa (MSW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,526 kilometers (2,813 miles / 2,444 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Eritrea 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 11:48 in Massawa, it's 09:48 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,222 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Massawa International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Massawa (MSW) follows a heading of 131° (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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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