JIR
Jiri
Nepal
6,894 km
4,284 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,894 km
4,284 mi / 3,722 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JIR ZRH
Airport Name Jiri Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code JIR ZRH
ICAO Code VNJI LSZH
City Jiri Zurich
Country Nepal Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Zurich
Elevation 6,000 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 27.620000, 86.220000 47.460000, 8.550000

Jiri (JIR) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jiri Airport (JIR) in Jiri, Nepal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,894 kilometers (4,284 miles / 3,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:16 in Jiri, it's 03:31 in Zurich. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,584 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Jiri Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Jiri (JIR) follows a heading of 79° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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