FRW
Francistown
Botswana
7,862 km
4,885 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,862 km
4,885 mi / 4,245 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

FRW ZRH
Airport Name Francistown Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code FRW ZRH
ICAO Code FBFT LSZH
City Francistown Zurich
Country Botswana Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,283 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -21.160000, 27.470000 47.460000, 8.550000

Francistown (FRW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Francistown Airport (FRW) in Francistown, Botswana to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,862 kilometers (4,885 miles / 4,245 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:24 in Francistown, it's 08:24 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,867 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Francistown Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Francistown (FRW) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Francistown Airport (FRW) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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