PKX
Beijing
China
8,008 km
4,976 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,008 km
4,976 mi / 4,324 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
317°
northwest

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PKX ZRH
Airport Name Beijing Daxing International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code PKX ZRH
ICAO Code ZBAD LSZH
City Beijing Zurich
Country China Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Zurich
Elevation 82 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 39.500000, 116.400000 47.460000, 8.550000

Beijing (PKX) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) in Beijing, China to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,008 kilometers (4,976 miles / 4,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 China with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:47 in Beijing, it's 06:47 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,334 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Beijing Daxing International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Beijing (PKX) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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