PHW
Phalaborwa
South Africa
8,256 km
5,130 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,256 km
5,130 mi / 4,458 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PHW ZRH
Airport Name Hendrik Van Eck Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code PHW ZRH
ICAO Code FAPH LSZH
City Phalaborwa Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 1,432 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -23.940000, 31.160000 47.460000, 8.550000

Phalaborwa (PHW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) in Phalaborwa, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,256 kilometers (5,130 miles / 4,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 South Africa 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 06:51 in Phalaborwa, it's 05:51 in Zurich.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Phalaborwa (PHW) follows a heading of 159° (south 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 Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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