The flight distance from Red Bluff Municipal Airport (RBL) in Red Bluff, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,129 kilometers (5,673 miles / 4,929 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 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 17:38 in Red Bluff, it's 02:38 in Zurich. With a 9-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 1,064 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Red Bluff Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Red Bluff (RBL) follows a heading of 324° (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 Red Bluff Municipal Airport (RBL) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.