RZA
Santa Cruz
Argentina
13,109 km
8,146 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
13,109 km
8,146 mi / 7,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Heading
48°
northeast

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RZA ZRH
Airport Name Santa Cruz Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RZA ZRH
ICAO Code SAWU LSZH
City Santa Cruz Zurich
Country Argentina Switzerland
Timezone America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos Europe/Zurich
Elevation 364 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -50.020000, -68.580000 47.460000, 8.550000

Santa Cruz (RZA) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 13,109 kilometers (8,146 miles / 7,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Argentina with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:45 in Santa Cruz, it's 23:45 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,052 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Santa Cruz Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Santa Cruz (RZA) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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