MTX
Fairbanks
United States
7,363 km
4,575 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,363 km
4,575 mi / 3,976 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Anchorage
Heading
17°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MTX ZRH
Airport Name Metro Field Zurich Airport
IATA Code MTX ZRH
ICAO Code KMTF LSZH
City Fairbanks Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Zurich
Elevation 432 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 64.810000, -147.760000 47.460000, 8.550000

Fairbanks (MTX) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,363 kilometers (4,575 miles / 3,976 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 10:55 in Fairbanks, it's 20:55 in Zurich. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Fairbanks (MTX) follows a heading of 349° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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