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Distance from Zürich to Buenos Aires

Straight line

11,264 km
6,999 mi · 6,082 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 14 h 35 min

Direction

SW 231°
initial bearing

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How far is Zürich from Buenos Aires?

Zürich (Switzerland) and Buenos Aires (Argentina) are very far apart: 11,264 km in a straight line, that is 6,999 miles or 6,082 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Zürich, Buenos Aires lies to the south-west (initial bearing 231°). The route crosses from Switzerland into Argentina. The halfway point is at 7.6146°, -28.5864°.

A direct flight would take about 14 h 35 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Zürich from Buenos Aires?

The straight-line distance between Zürich and Buenos Aires is 11,264 km (6,999 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Buenos Aires from Zürich?

Buenos Aires is to the south-west of Zürich, at an initial bearing of 231°.

How long is the flight from Zürich to Buenos Aires?

A direct flight would take about 14 h 35 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.