The flight distance from Smithton Airport (SIO) in Smithton Airport, Australia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 16,517 kilometers (10,263 miles / 8,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:22 in Smithton Airport, it's 03:22 in Zurich. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,385 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Smithton Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Smithton Airport (SIO) follows a heading of 94° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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