GBE
Gaborone
Botswana
8,195 km
5,092 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,195 km
5,092 mi / 4,425 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GBE ZRH
Airport Name Sir Seretse Khama International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GBE ZRH
ICAO Code FBSK LSZH
City Gaborone Zurich
Country Botswana Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,299 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -24.560000, 25.920000 47.460000, 8.550000

Gaborone (GBE) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,195 kilometers (5,092 miles / 4,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 12:03 in Gaborone, it's 11:03 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,883 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Gaborone (GBE) follows a heading of 164° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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