YWL
Williams Lake
Canada
7,984 km
4,961 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,984 km
4,961 mi / 4,311 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Vancouver
Heading
33°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

YWL ZRH
Airport Name Williams Lake Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YWL ZRH
ICAO Code CYWL LSZH
City Williams Lake Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Vancouver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,085 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 52.180000, -122.050000 47.460000, 8.550000

Williams Lake (YWL) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Williams Lake Airport (YWL) in Williams Lake, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,984 kilometers (4,961 miles / 4,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 13:43 in Williams Lake, it's 22:43 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 1,669 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Williams Lake Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Williams Lake (YWL) follows a heading of 331° (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 Williams Lake Airport (YWL) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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