The flight distance from St Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) in St Petersburg-Clearwater, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,852 kilometers (4,879 miles / 4,240 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 17:57 in St Petersburg-Clearwater, it's 23:57 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 1,405 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than St Pete-Clearwater International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to St Petersburg-Clearwater (PIE) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 St Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.