The flight distance from Gamboa Airport (WCA) in Castro, Chile to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 12,847 kilometers (7,983 miles / 6,937 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Chile with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:42 in Castro, it's 20:42 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,265 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Gamboa Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Castro (WCA) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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