MBQ
Mbarara
Uganda
5,752 km
3,574 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
5,752 km
3,574 mi / 3,106 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MBQ ZRH
Airport Name Mbarara Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MBQ ZRH
ICAO Code HUMA LSZH
City Mbarara Zurich
Country Uganda Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Kampala Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,600 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -0.560000, 30.600000 47.460000, 8.550000

Mbarara (MBQ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 5,752 kilometers (3,574 miles / 3,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Uganda 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 08:47 in Mbarara, it's 06:47 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,184 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Mbarara Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Mbarara (MBQ) follows a heading of 151° (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 Mbarara Airport (MBQ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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