NLG
Nelson Lagoon
United States
8,470 km
5,263 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,470 km
5,263 mi / 4,573 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Anchorage
Heading
north

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NLG ZRH
Airport Name Nelson Lagoon Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code NLG ZRH
ICAO Code PAOU LSZH
City Nelson Lagoon Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Zurich
Elevation 14 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 56.010000, -161.160000 47.460000, 8.550000

Nelson Lagoon (NLG) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nelson Lagoon Airport (NLG) in Nelson Lagoon, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,470 kilometers (5,263 miles / 4,573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 22:53 in Nelson Lagoon, it's 08:53 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,402 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Nelson Lagoon Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Nelson Lagoon (NLG) follows a heading of 354° (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 Nelson Lagoon Airport (NLG) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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