The flight distance from Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 10,592 kilometers (6,582 miles / 5,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:57 in Santa Maria, it's 00:57 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,129 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Santa Maria Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Santa Maria (RIA) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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