VCT
Victoria
United States
8,741 km
5,431 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,741 km
5,431 mi / 4,720 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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VCT ZRH
Airport Name Victoria Regional Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code VCT ZRH
ICAO Code KVCT LSZH
City Victoria Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 115 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 28.850000, -96.920000 47.460000, 8.550000

Victoria (VCT) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Victoria Regional Airport (VCT) in Victoria, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,741 kilometers (5,431 miles / 4,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 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 09:59 in Victoria, it's 16:59 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 1,301 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Victoria Regional Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Victoria (VCT) follows a heading of 301° (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 Victoria Regional Airport (VCT) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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