The flight distance from Wave Hill Airport (WAV) in Wave Hill Airport, Australia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 13,853 kilometers (8,608 miles / 7,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:40 in Wave Hill Airport, it's 06:10 in Zurich. With a 8.5-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 1,215 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Wave Hill Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Wave Hill Airport (WAV) follows a heading of 78° (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 Wave Hill Airport (WAV) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.