ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
4,536 km
2,819 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,536 km
2,819 mi / 2,449 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ASM ZRH
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code ASM ZRH
ICAO Code HHAS LSZH
City Asmara Zurich
Country Eritrea Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Asmara Europe/Zurich
Elevation 7,661 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 47.460000, 8.550000

Asmara (ASM) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,536 kilometers (2,819 miles / 2,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:25 in Asmara, it's 21:25 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,245 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 132° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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