The flight distance from Ganzhou (YZY) in Zhangye, China to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,088 kilometers (4,404 miles / 3,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 China with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:14 in Zhangye, it's 14:14 in Zurich. With a 7-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 3,864 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Ganzhou. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Zhangye (YZY) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ganzhou (YZY) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.