Airport Comparison
| VPS | ZRH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport | Zurich Airport |
| IATA Code | VPS | ZRH |
| ICAO Code | KVPS | LSZH |
| City | Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach | Zurich |
| Country | United States | Switzerland |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Europe/Zurich |
| Elevation | 84 ft | 1,416 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.480000, -86.530000 | 47.460000, 8.550000 |
Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,918 kilometers (4,920 miles / 4,275 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.
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 11:11 in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, it's 18:11 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,332 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport.
The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.