BLZ
Blantyre
Malawi
7,469 km
4,641 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
7,469 km
4,641 mi / 4,033 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
339°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BLZ GVA
Airport Name Chileka International Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code BLZ GVA
ICAO Code FWCL LSGG
City Blantyre Geneva
Country Malawi Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Europe/Zurich
Elevation 2,555 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -15.680000, 34.970000 46.240000, 6.110000

Blantyre (BLZ) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 7,469 kilometers (4,641 miles / 4,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Malawi with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Blantyre, it's 16:05 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,144 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 150° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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