ZAL
Valdivia
Chile
12,591 km
7,824 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
12,591 km
7,824 mi / 6,799 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Santiago
Heading
47°
northeast

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ZAL ZRH
Airport Name Pichoy Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code ZAL ZRH
ICAO Code SCVD LSZH
City Valdivia Zurich
Country Chile Switzerland
Timezone America/Santiago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 59 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -39.650000, -73.090000 47.460000, 8.550000

Valdivia (ZAL) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Pichoy Airport (ZAL) in Valdivia, Chile to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 12,591 kilometers (7,824 miles / 6,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Chile with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:39 in Valdivia, it's 21:39 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,357 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Pichoy Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Valdivia (ZAL) follows a heading of 236° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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