BFN
Bloemfontain
South Africa
8,696 km
5,403 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,696 km
5,403 mi / 4,695 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BFN ZRH
Airport Name J B M Hertzog International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code BFN ZRH
ICAO Code FABL LSZH
City Bloemfontain Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,458 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -29.090000, 26.300000 47.460000, 8.550000

Bloemfontain (BFN) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,696 kilometers (5,403 miles / 4,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 South Africa 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 13:39 in Bloemfontain, it's 12:39 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,042 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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