RFD
Chicago/Rockford
United States
7,188 km
4,466 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,188 km
4,466 mi / 3,881 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
48°
northeast

Airport Comparison

RFD ZRH
Airport Name Chicago/Rockford International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RFD ZRH
ICAO Code KRFD LSZH
City Chicago/Rockford Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 742 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 42.200000, -89.100000 47.460000, 8.550000

Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,188 kilometers (4,466 miles / 3,881 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 14:14 in Chicago/Rockford, it's 21:14 in Zurich. With a 7-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 Chicago/Rockford (RFD) follows a heading of 306° (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 Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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