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How long is the flight from New York to Zurich?

JFKNew York
ZRHZurich
Flight Time
7 h 31 min
Distance
6,317km

3,925 miles

Departure
05:51
Arrival
19:22
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 05:51 · America/New_York

To

ZRHZurich

Zurich Airport

Arrival 19:22 · Europe/Zurich

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich covers a distance of approximately 6,317 kilometers (3,925 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 7 h 31 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Europe/Zurich

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Zurich?

A direct flight from New York to Zurich takes around 7 h 31 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Zurich?

The distance from New York to Zurich is about 6,317 kilometers (3,925 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Zurich?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 7 h 31 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Zurich to New York.