EWR
Newark
United States
6,245 km
3,881 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
6,245 km
3,881 mi / 3,372 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
55°
northeast

Airport Comparison

EWR QLS
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code EWR QLS
ICAO Code KEWR LSGL
City Newark Lausanne
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 17 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 46.550000, 6.620000

Newark (EWR) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 6,245 kilometers (3,881 miles / 3,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 20:08 in Newark, it's 02:08 in Lausanne. 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 2,024 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 296° (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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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