VGT
Las Vegas
United States
9,162 km
5,693 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
9,162 km
5,693 mi / 4,947 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

VGT ZRH
Airport Name North Las Vegas Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code VGT ZRH
ICAO Code KVGT LSZH
City Las Vegas Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/Zurich
Elevation 2,205 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 36.210000, -115.190000 47.460000, 8.550000

Las Vegas (VGT) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) in Las Vegas, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,162 kilometers (5,693 miles / 4,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 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 21:11 in Las Vegas, it's 06:11 in Zurich. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Las Vegas (VGT) follows a heading of 317° (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 North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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