PDX
Portland
United States
8,632 km
5,363 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
8,632 km
5,363 mi / 4,661 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
33°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

PDX QLS
Airport Name Portland International Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code PDX QLS
ICAO Code KPDX LSGL
City Portland Lausanne
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/Zurich
Elevation 31 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 45.590000, -122.600000 46.550000, 6.620000

Portland (PDX) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 8,632 kilometers (5,363 miles / 4,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 United States 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 06:46 in Portland, it's 15:46 in Lausanne. With a 9-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 2,010 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Portland International Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Portland (PDX) follows a heading of 326° (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 Portland International Airport (PDX) and Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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