ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
7,018 km
4,361 miles
ZZU
Mzuzu
Malawi
Distance
7,018 km
4,361 mi / 3,790 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
152°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

ZRH ZZU
Airport Name Zurich Airport Mzuzu Airport
IATA Code ZRH ZZU
ICAO Code LSZH FWUU
City Zurich Mzuzu
Country Switzerland Malawi
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 1,416 ft 4,115 ft
Coordinates 47.460000, 8.550000 -11.440000, 34.010000

Zurich (ZRH) to Mzuzu (ZZU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 7,018 kilometers (4,361 miles / 3,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:47 in Zurich, it's 18:47 in Mzuzu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,699 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than Zurich Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to Zurich (ZRH) 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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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