The flight distance from Maks Army Air Field (POE) in Fort Polk, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,322 kilometers (5,171 miles / 4,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 11:52 in Fort Polk, it's 18:52 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,086 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Maks Army Air Field.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Fort Polk (POE) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Maks Army Air Field (POE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.