Airport Comparison
Kaohsiung City (KHH) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,682 kilometers (6,016 miles / 5,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Taiwan 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 17:36 in Kaohsiung City, it's 10:36 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 1,385 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Kaohsiung International Airport.
The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Kaohsiung City (KHH) follows a heading of 59° (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 Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.