GLS
Galveston
United States
8,572 km
5,326 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,572 km
5,326 mi / 4,628 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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GLS ZRH
Airport Name Scholes International At Galveston Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GLS ZRH
ICAO Code KGLS LSZH
City Galveston Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 6 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 29.270000, -94.860000 47.460000, 8.550000

Galveston (GLS) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) in Galveston, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,572 kilometers (5,326 miles / 4,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 20:47 in Galveston, it's 03:47 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,410 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Scholes International At Galveston Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Galveston (GLS) follows a heading of 299° (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 Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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