THU
Thule
Greenland
4,592 km
2,853 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,592 km
2,853 mi / 2,480 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Thule
Heading
88°
east

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THU ZRH
Airport Name Thule Air Base Zurich Airport
IATA Code THU ZRH
ICAO Code BGTL LSZH
City Thule Zurich
Country Greenland Switzerland
Timezone America/Thule Europe/Zurich
Elevation 251 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 76.530000, -68.700000 47.460000, 8.550000

Thule (THU) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,592 kilometers (2,853 miles / 2,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 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 11:47 in Thule, it's 16:47 in Zurich. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,165 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Thule Air Base.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Thule (THU) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Thule Air Base (THU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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