SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
1,802 km
1,120 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
1,802 km
1,120 mi / 973 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
301°
west northwest

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SAW ZRH
Airport Name Sabiha Gokcen International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code SAW ZRH
ICAO Code LTFJ LSZH
City Istanbul Zurich
Country Turkey Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 312 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 40.900000, 29.310000 47.460000, 8.550000

Istanbul (SAW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 1,802 kilometers (1,120 miles / 973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:41 in Istanbul, it's 11:41 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,104 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Istanbul (SAW) follows a heading of 106° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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