The flight distance from Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,255 kilometers (5,750 miles / 4,997 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:16 in Barbacena, it's 01:16 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,241 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Barbacena (QAK) follows a heading of 228° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.