The flight distance from Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) in Playa Grande, Guatemala to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,381 kilometers (5,829 miles / 5,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Guatemala 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 18:53 in Playa Grande, it's 01:53 in Zurich. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Playa Grande (PKJ) follows a heading of 288° (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 Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.