The flight distance from Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) in Pohnpei Island, Micronesia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 13,266 kilometers (8,243 miles / 7,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 Micronesia with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:08 in Pohnpei Island, it's 21:08 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 1,407 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Pohnpei International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Pohnpei Island (PNI) follows a heading of 35° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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