RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
2,611 km
1,623 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
2,611 km
1,623 mi / 1,410 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
121°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

RKV ZRH
Airport Name Reykjavik Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RKV ZRH
ICAO Code BIRK LSZH
City Reykjavik Zurich
Country Iceland Switzerland
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Europe/Zurich
Elevation 48 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 64.130000, -21.940000 47.460000, 8.550000

Reykjavik (RKV) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 2,611 kilometers (1,623 miles / 1,410 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Iceland with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:28 in Reykjavik, it's 05:28 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,368 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Reykjavik Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Reykjavik (RKV) follows a heading of 326° (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 Reykjavik Airport (RKV) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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