SYA
Shemya
United States
8,794 km
5,464 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,794 km
5,464 mi / 4,748 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Adak
Heading
350°
north

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SYA ZRH
Airport Name Eareckson Air Station Zurich Airport
IATA Code SYA ZRH
ICAO Code PASY LSZH
City Shemya Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Adak Europe/Zurich
Elevation 98 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 52.700000, 174.100000 47.460000, 8.550000

Shemya (SYA) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,794 kilometers (5,464 miles / 4,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States 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 01:52 in Shemya, it's 12:52 in Zurich. With a 11-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 1,318 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Eareckson Air Station.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Shemya (SYA) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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