The flight distance from Orbost Airport (RBS) in Orbost Airport, Australia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 16,618 kilometers (10,326 miles / 8,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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 Australia 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 18:23 in Orbost Airport, it's 08:23 in Zurich. With a 10-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 1,388 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Orbost Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Orbost Airport (RBS) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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