The flight distance from Laguna de Los Patos International Airport (CYR) in Colonia, Uruguay to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 11,245 kilometers (6,987 miles / 6,072 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:24 in Colonia, it's 07:24 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,350 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Laguna de Los Patos International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Colonia (CYR) follows a heading of 230° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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