The flight distance from Palau International Airport (ROR) in Babelthuap Island, Palau to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 11,940 kilometers (7,419 miles / 6,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:51 in Babelthuap Island, it's 20:51 in Zurich. With a 8-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 1,240 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Palau International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Babelthuap Island (ROR) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Palau International Airport (ROR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.