JUV
Upernavik
Greenland
4,211 km
2,617 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,211 km
2,617 mi / 2,274 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Nuuk
Heading
95°
east

Airport Comparison

JUV ZRH
Airport Name Upernavik Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code JUV ZRH
ICAO Code BGUK LSZH
City Upernavik Zurich
Country Greenland Switzerland
Timezone America/Nuuk Europe/Zurich
Elevation 414 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 72.790000, -56.130000 47.460000, 8.550000

Upernavik (JUV) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Upernavik Airport (JUV) in Upernavik, Greenland to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,211 kilometers (2,617 miles / 2,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Greenland 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 01:15 in Upernavik, it's 04:15 in Zurich. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,002 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Upernavik Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Upernavik (JUV) follows a heading of 334° (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 Upernavik Airport (JUV) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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