YBA
Banff
Canada
7,818 km
4,858 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,818 km
4,858 mi / 4,222 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Edmonton
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

YBA ZRH
Airport Name Banff Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YBA ZRH
ICAO Code CYBA LSZH
City Banff Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Edmonton Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,583 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 51.210000, -115.540000 47.460000, 8.550000

Banff (YBA) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banff Airport (YBA) in Banff, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,818 kilometers (4,858 miles / 4,222 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Canada 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 00:33 in Banff, it's 08:33 in Zurich. With a 8-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 3,167 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Banff Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Banff (YBA) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Banff Airport (YBA) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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