KIM
Kimberley
South Africa
8,634 km
5,365 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,634 km
5,365 mi / 4,662 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
349°
north

Airport Comparison

KIM ZRH
Airport Name Kimberley Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code KIM ZRH
ICAO Code FAKM LSZH
City Kimberley Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,950 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -28.800000, 24.770000 47.460000, 8.550000

Kimberley (KIM) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,634 kilometers (5,365 miles / 4,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:34 in Kimberley, it's 05:34 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,534 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 165° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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