YEG
Edmonton
Canada
7,552 km
4,692 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,552 km
4,692 mi / 4,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Edmonton
Heading
38°
northeast

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YEG ZRH
Airport Name Edmonton International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code YEG ZRH
ICAO Code CYEG LSZH
City Edmonton Zurich
Country Canada Switzerland
Timezone America/Edmonton Europe/Zurich
Elevation 2,373 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 53.310000, -113.580000 47.460000, 8.550000

Edmonton (YEG) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) in Edmonton, Canada to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,552 kilometers (4,692 miles / 4,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 23:41 in Edmonton, it's 07:41 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.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Edmonton (YEG) 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 Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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