Airport Comparison
Sorong-Papua Island (SOQ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) in Sorong-Papua Island, Indonesia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 12,463 kilometers (7,744 miles / 6,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 Indonesia 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 01:16 in Sorong-Papua Island, it's 17:16 in Zurich. With a 8-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 1,406 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Sorong (Jefman) Airport.
The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Sorong-Papua Island (SOQ) follows a heading of 65° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.