RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
4,667 km
2,900 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,667 km
2,900 mi / 2,520 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Heading
32°
north northeast

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RAI ZRH
Airport Name Praia International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RAI ZRH
ICAO Code GVNP LSZH
City Praia Zurich
Country Cape Verde Switzerland
Timezone Atlantic/Cape_Verde Europe/Zurich
Elevation 230 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 14.920000, -23.490000 47.460000, 8.550000

Praia (RAI) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,667 kilometers (2,900 miles / 2,520 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 Cape Verde 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 22:35 in Praia, it's 00:35 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,186 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Praia International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Praia (RAI) follows a heading of 230° (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 Praia International Airport (RAI) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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