Direct (nonstop) flights from Zurich to Luxor

1 airline flys nonstop from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Luxor International (LXR). It's 1,997 miles (3,214 km), about 4h 30m in the air. Operated by Edelweiss Air.

ZRH
Zurich Airport
🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
LXR
Luxor International
🇪🇬 Luxor, Egypt
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,997 mi
3,214 km
CO₂/pax
337 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Edelweiss Air
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Edelweiss Air Edelweiss Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Edelweiss Air WK Edelweiss Air
Route
ZRH → LXR
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,997 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zurich to Luxor with one stop · direct emits 337 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZRH CAI (Cairo) LXR
Leg 1: 4h (1,705 mi) Leg 2: 1h (316 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → CAI
4h · 1,705 mi
View ZRH to CAI flights →
Leg 2
CAI → LXR
1h · 316 mi
View CAI to LXR flights →
ZRH FCO (Rome) LXR
Leg 1: 1h 33m (431 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,611 mi) Total: ~5h 3m 🍃 377 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → FCO
1h 33m · 431 mi
View ZRH to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → LXR
3h 30m · 1,611 mi
View FCO to LXR flights →
ZRH MXP (Milan) LXR
Leg 1: 55m (126 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,912 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → MXP
55m · 126 mi
View ZRH to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → LXR
4h 10m · 1,912 mi
View MXP to LXR flights →
ZRH ATH (Athens) LXR
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,018 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (988 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → ATH
2h 40m · 1,018 mi
View ZRH to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → LXR
2h 30m · 988 mi
View ATH to LXR flights →
ZRH RMF (Marsa Alam) LXR
Leg 1: 4h 35m (2,073 mi) Leg 2: 50m (118 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 397 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → RMF
4h 35m · 2,073 mi
View ZRH to RMF flights →
Leg 2
RMF → LXR
50m · 118 mi
View RMF to LXR flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zurich to Luxor?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Luxor (LXR) takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,997 miles (3,214 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zurich to Luxor?

Just Edelweiss Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zurich to Luxor?

Yes. 1 airline: Edelweiss Air.

How far is Zurich from Luxor?

The flight distance from Zurich to Luxor is 1,997 miles (3,214 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Zurich and Luxor?

Luxor is 1 hour ahead of Zurich. (Europe/Zurich vs Africa/Cairo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Zurich to Luxor?

At 4h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Switzerland to Egypt?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Egypt embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Zurich to Luxor?

Roughly 337 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,685 km.

Is the return flight from Luxor to Zurich also nonstop?

Check the LXR to ZRH route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Luxor?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zurich Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.