The flight distance from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) in Avarua, CK to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 16,914 kilometers (10,510 miles / 9,133 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:45 in Avarua, it's 03:45 in Zurich. With a 11-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 1,397 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Rarotonga International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Avarua (RAR) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.