AER
Sochi
Russia
2,666 km
1,657 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
2,666 km
1,657 mi / 1,440 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

AER GVA
Airport Name Sochi International Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code AER GVA
ICAO Code URSS LSGG
City Sochi Geneva
Country Russia Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Moscow Europe/Zurich
Elevation 89 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 43.450000, 39.960000 46.240000, 6.110000

Sochi (AER) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sochi International Airport (AER) in Sochi, Russia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 2,666 kilometers (1,657 miles / 1,440 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Russia with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:41 in Sochi, it's 16:41 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,322 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Sochi International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Sochi (AER) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sochi International Airport (AER) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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