RDU
Raleigh/Durham
United States
6,982 km
4,338 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,982 km
4,338 mi / 3,770 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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RDU ZRH
Airport Name Raleigh-Durham International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RDU ZRH
ICAO Code KRDU LSZH
City Raleigh/Durham Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 435 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 35.880000, -78.790000 47.460000, 8.550000

Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,982 kilometers (4,338 miles / 3,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 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 12:15 in Raleigh/Durham, it's 18:15 in Zurich. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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