MDI
Makurdi
Nigeria
4,421 km
2,747 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,421 km
2,747 mi / 2,387 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
360°
north

Airport Comparison

MDI ZRH
Airport Name Makurdi Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MDI ZRH
ICAO Code DNMK LSZH
City Makurdi Zurich
Country Nigeria Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Zurich
Elevation 371 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 7.700000, 8.610000 47.460000, 8.550000

Makurdi (MDI) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makurdi Airport (MDI) in Makurdi, Nigeria to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,421 kilometers (2,747 miles / 2,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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 Nigeria 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 02:24 in Makurdi, it's 02:24 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,045 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Makurdi Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Makurdi (MDI) follows a heading of 180° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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