The flight distance from Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,666 kilometers (6,006 miles / 5,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Mexico 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 00:00 in Ciudad Obregon, it's 08:00 in Zurich. With a 8-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 1,173 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Ciudad Obregon International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Ciudad Obregon (CEN) follows a heading of 309° (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 Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.