YWH
Victoria
Canada
8,389 km
5,213 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,389 km
5,213 mi / 4,530 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Vancouver
Heading
31°
north northeast

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YWH ZRH
Airport Name Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) Zurich Airport
IATA Code YWH ZRH
ICAO Code CYWH LSZH
City Victoria Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Vancouver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 0 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 48.420000, -123.390000 47.460000, 8.550000

Victoria (YWH) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) (YWH) in Victoria, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,389 kilometers (5,213 miles / 4,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 03:27 in Victoria, it's 12:27 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 1,416 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base).

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Victoria (YWH) follows a heading of 329° (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 Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) (YWH) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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