WBU
Boulder
United States
8,297 km
5,155 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,297 km
5,155 mi / 4,480 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
40°
northeast

Airport Comparison

WBU ZRH
Airport Name Boulder Municipal Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code WBU ZRH
ICAO Code KBDU LSZH
City Boulder Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,288 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 40.040000, -105.230000 47.460000, 8.550000

Boulder (WBU) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Boulder Municipal Airport (WBU) in Boulder, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,297 kilometers (5,155 miles / 4,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 04:52 in Boulder, it's 12:52 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 3,872 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Boulder Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Boulder (WBU) follows a heading of 313° (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 Boulder Municipal Airport (WBU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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