The flight distance from Timaru Airport (TIU) in Timaru Airport, New Zealand to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 18,632 kilometers (11,578 miles / 10,061 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 New Zealand 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 08:26 in Timaru Airport, it's 20:26 in Zurich. With a 12-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 1,327 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Timaru Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Timaru Airport (TIU) follows a heading of 82° (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 Timaru Airport (TIU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.