PVD
Providence
United States
6,080 km
3,778 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,080 km
3,778 mi / 3,283 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
55°
northeast

Airport Comparison

PVD ZRH
Airport Name Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code PVD ZRH
ICAO Code KPVD LSZH
City Providence Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 54 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 41.720000, -71.430000 47.460000, 8.550000

Providence (PVD) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport (PVD) in Providence, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,080 kilometers (3,778 miles / 3,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 22:31 in Providence, it's 04:31 in Zurich. With a 6-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 1,362 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Providence (PVD) follows a heading of 296° (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 Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport (PVD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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