SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
3,957 km
2,459 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
3,957 km
2,459 mi / 2,137 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Nuuk
Heading
93°
east

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SFJ ZRH
Airport Name Kangerlussuaq Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code SFJ ZRH
ICAO Code BGSF LSZH
City Kangerlussuaq Zurich
Country Greenland Switzerland
Timezone America/Nuuk Europe/Zurich
Elevation 165 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 67.010000, -50.710000 47.460000, 8.550000

Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 3,957 kilometers (2,459 miles / 2,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Greenland 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 15:56 in Kangerlussuaq, it's 18:56 in Zurich. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,251 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Kangerlussuaq Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) follows a heading of 325° (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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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