The flight distance from Rutland Plains Airport (RTP) in Rutland Plains Airport, Australia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 14,474 kilometers (8,994 miles / 7,816 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Australia 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 07:40 in Rutland Plains Airport, it's 22:40 in Zurich. With a 9-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 1,401 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Rutland Plains Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Rutland Plains Airport (RTP) follows a heading of 67° (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 Rutland Plains Airport (RTP) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.