The flight distance from Sanqingshan (SQD) in Shangrao, China to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,032 kilometers (5,612 miles / 4,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, 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 China 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 15:17 in Shangrao, it's 08:17 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,076 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Sanqingshan.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Shangrao (SQD) 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 Sanqingshan (SQD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.