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How far is it from Switzerland to Germany?

Distance
It is about 753 km (468 mi) from Switzerland to Germany as the crow flies — roughly 1 h 30 min by non-stop flight.

Bern to Berlin

Switzerland Germany
Distance
753 km
In miles
468 mi
Flight time
1 h 30 min
Time change
0 h

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Bern and Berlin); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Germany is the #9 closest to Switzerland, making it one of the closer destinations.

Crossing from Switzerland to Germany

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalNo change from Switzerland
PowerPack a plug adapter — Germany uses Type F sockets your Switzerland plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 CHF = 1.087 EUR — exchange Swiss Franc for Euro before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Switzerland from Germany?

About 753 km (468 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Switzerland to Germany?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 30 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Germany?

There is no time change, so jet lag should be minimal.

Updated July 2, 2026