The flight distance from Chu Lai International Airport (VCL) in Dung Quat Bay, Vietnam to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,493 kilometers (5,899 miles / 5,126 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 Vietnam 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 15:01 in Dung Quat Bay, it's 09:01 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 1,406 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Chu Lai International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Dung Quat Bay (VCL) follows a heading of 72° (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 Chu Lai International Airport (VCL) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.