The flight distance from Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,485 kilometers (5,272 miles / 4,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 14:57 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, it's 23:57 in Zurich. With a 9-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 1,115 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) follows a heading of 328° (north 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 Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.