The flight distance from Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) in Imperial Beach, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,596 kilometers (5,963 miles / 5,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 10:38 in Imperial Beach, it's 19:38 in Zurich. With a 9-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 1,393 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Imperial Beach (NRS) follows a heading of 317° (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 Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.