YVQ
Norman Wells
Canada
6,904 km
4,290 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,904 km
4,290 mi / 3,728 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Edmonton
Heading
33°
north northeast

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YVQ ZRH
Airport Name Norman Wells Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YVQ ZRH
ICAO Code CYVQ LSZH
City Norman Wells Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Edmonton Europe/Zurich
Elevation 238 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 65.280000, -126.800000 47.460000, 8.550000

Norman Wells (YVQ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Norman Wells Airport (YVQ) in Norman Wells, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,904 kilometers (4,290 miles / 3,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 17:52 in Norman Wells, it's 01:52 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 1,178 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Norman Wells Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Norman Wells (YVQ) follows a heading of 341° (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 Norman Wells Airport (YVQ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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