The flight distance from Abel Santamaria Airport (SNU) in Santa Clara, Cuba to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,078 kilometers (5,019 miles / 4,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Cuba 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 05:10 in Santa Clara, it's 11:10 in Zurich. With a 6-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 1,078 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Abel Santamaria Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Santa Clara (SNU) follows a heading of 285° (west 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 Abel Santamaria Airport (SNU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.