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Distance from Tokyo to Zurich

9,577 km (5,951 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

9,577 km

Kilometers

5,951 miles

Miles

~11h 46m

Est. Flight

8h

Time Difference

Tokyo

Japan
Area: 2,194 km²
Population: 13.96M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 40m

Zurich

Switzerland
Area: 88 km²
Population: 0.43M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 408m

Tokyo and Zurich sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 11h 46m by commercial jet.

Tokyo is known for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower, while Zurich is famous for Banking and finance and Lake Zurich.

In terms of city area, Tokyo is 24.9x larger than Zurich. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tokyo from Zurich?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Tokyo to Zurich is 9,577 km (5,951 miles).

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Zurich?

A direct flight would take approximately 11h 46m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Tokyo bigger than Zurich?

Tokyo is larger at 2,194 km², compared to 88 km².

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