The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,130 kilometers (3,809 miles / 3,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Canada 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 05:40 in Ottawa, it's 11:40 in Zurich. With a 6-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 1,042 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 301° (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 Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.