YQX
Gander
Canada
4,543 km
2,823 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,543 km
2,823 mi / 2,453 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
America/St_Johns
Heading
67°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

YQX ZRH
Airport Name Gander International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YQX ZRH
ICAO Code CYQX LSZH
City Gander Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/St_Johns Europe/Zurich
Elevation 496 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 48.940000, -54.570000 47.460000, 8.550000

Gander (YQX) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,543 kilometers (2,823 miles / 2,453 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 17:41 in Gander, it's 22:11 in Zurich. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Gander (YQX) follows a heading of 296° (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 Gander International Airport (YQX) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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