PRK
Prieska
South Africa
8,695 km
5,403 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,695 km
5,403 mi / 4,695 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

PRK ZRH
Airport Name Prieska Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code PRK ZRH
ICAO Code FAPK LSZH
City Prieska Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,100 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -29.680000, 22.770000 47.460000, 8.550000

Prieska (PRK) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Prieska Airport (PRK) in Prieska, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,695 kilometers (5,403 miles / 4,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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 14:17 in Prieska, it's 13:17 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,684 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Prieska Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Prieska (PRK) follows a heading of 167° (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 Prieska Airport (PRK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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