The flight distance from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) in San Luis Obispo, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,523 kilometers (5,918 miles / 5,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:34 in San Luis Obispo, it's 07:34 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 1,204 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to San Luis Obispo (SBP) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.