WFD
Manchester
United Kingdom
999 km
621 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
999 km
621 mi / 540 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
127°
southeast

Airport Comparison

WFD ZRH
Airport Name Manchester Woodford Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code WFD ZRH
ICAO Code EGCD LSZH
City Manchester Zurich
Country United Kingdom Switzerland
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Zurich
Elevation 295 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 53.340000, -2.150000 47.460000, 8.550000

Manchester (WFD) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 999 kilometers (621 miles / 540 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:50 in Manchester, it's 05:50 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,121 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Manchester Woodford Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Manchester (WFD) follows a heading of 315° (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 Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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