YSE
Squamish
Canada
8,252 km
5,127 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,252 km
5,127 mi / 4,456 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Vancouver
Heading
32°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

YSE ZRH
Airport Name Squamish Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YSE ZRH
ICAO Code CYSE LSZH
City Squamish Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Vancouver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 171 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 49.780000, -123.160000 47.460000, 8.550000

Squamish (YSE) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Squamish Airport (YSE) in Squamish, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,252 kilometers (5,127 miles / 4,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 12:37 in Squamish, it's 21:37 in Zurich. With a 9-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 1,245 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Squamish Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Squamish (YSE) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Squamish Airport (YSE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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