ZRH to LHR Route Guide
Zurich, Switzerland → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
LSZH (Zurich, Switzerland) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 426 NM (789 km / 490 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 308° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 51m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
426 NM
789 km / 490 mi
Initial Bearing
308° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 51m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,778 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,416 ft
LSZH
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 426 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying ZRH-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between ZRH and LHR?
426 nautical miles (789 km / 490 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Zurich to London?
Approximately 1h 51m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly ZRH-LHR?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
308° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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