The flight distance from Lanyu Airport (KYD) in Orchid Island, Taiwan to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,806 kilometers (6,093 miles / 5,295 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 20:11 in Orchid Island, it's 14:11 in Zurich. With a 6-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 1,372 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Lanyu Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Orchid Island (KYD) 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 Lanyu Airport (KYD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.