BGR
Bangor
United States
5,714 km
3,550 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
5,714 km
3,550 mi / 3,085 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
58°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

BGR ZRH
Airport Name Bangor International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code BGR ZRH
ICAO Code KBGR LSZH
City Bangor Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 192 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 44.810000, -68.830000 47.460000, 8.550000

Bangor (BGR) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangor International Airport (BGR) in Bangor, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 5,714 kilometers (3,550 miles / 3,085 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:24 in Bangor, it's 00:24 in Zurich. With a 6-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 1,224 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Bangor International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Bangor (BGR) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Bangor International Airport (BGR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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