SXJ
Shanshan
China
6,119 km
3,802 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,119 km
3,802 mi / 3,304 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
305°
northwest

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SXJ ZRH
Airport Name Shanshan Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code SXJ ZRH
ICAO Code ZWSS LSZH
City Shanshan Zurich
Country China Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Zurich
Elevation 0 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 42.910000, 90.250000 47.460000, 8.550000

Shanshan (SXJ) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanshan Airport (SXJ) in Shanshan, China to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,119 kilometers (3,802 miles / 3,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 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 19:27 in Shanshan, it's 12:27 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 1,416 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Shanshan Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Shanshan (SXJ) follows a heading of 62° (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 Shanshan Airport (SXJ) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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