The flight distance from Virginia Airport (VIR) in Durban, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,878 kilometers (5,517 miles / 4,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 South Africa with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:07 in Durban, it's 03:07 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,396 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Virginia Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Durban (VIR) follows a heading of 160° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Virginia Airport (VIR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.