LAK
Aklavik
Canada
6,800 km
4,226 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,800 km
4,226 mi / 3,672 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Edmonton
Heading
27°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

LAK ZRH
Airport Name Aklavik Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code LAK ZRH
ICAO Code CYKD LSZH
City Aklavik Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Edmonton Europe/Zurich
Elevation 23 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 68.220000, -135.010000 47.460000, 8.550000

Aklavik (LAK) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Aklavik Airport (LAK) in Aklavik, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,800 kilometers (4,226 miles / 3,672 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 Canada 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 19:58 in Aklavik, it's 03:58 in Zurich. With a 8-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 1,393 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Aklavik Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Aklavik (LAK) follows a heading of 345° (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 Aklavik Airport (LAK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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