RKT
Ras Al Khaimah
United Arab Emirates
4,782 km
2,972 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,782 km
2,972 mi / 2,582 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

RKT ZRH
Airport Name Ras Al Khaimah International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code RKT ZRH
ICAO Code OMRK LSZH
City Ras Al Khaimah Zurich
Country United Arab Emirates Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Zurich
Elevation 102 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 25.610000, 55.940000 47.460000, 8.550000

Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,782 kilometers (2,972 miles / 2,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Arab Emirates 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 04:00 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 01:00 in Zurich. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,314 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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