The flight distance from Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) in Fort Collins/Loveland, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,250 kilometers (5,126 miles / 4,455 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 18:30 in Fort Collins/Loveland, it's 02:30 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 3,604 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Northern Colorado Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Fort Collins/Loveland (FNL) follows a heading of 314° (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 Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.