AMW
Ames
United States
7,411 km
4,605 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
7,411 km
4,605 mi / 4,002 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
48°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AMW GVA
Airport Name Ames Municipal Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code AMW GVA
ICAO Code KAMW LSGG
City Ames Geneva
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 956 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 41.990000, -93.620000 46.240000, 6.110000

Ames (AMW) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) in Ames, United States to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 7,411 kilometers (4,605 miles / 4,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:49 in Ames, it's 05:49 in Geneva. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Ames (AMW) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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