BWO
Balakovo
Russia
3,054 km
1,898 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
3,054 km
1,898 mi / 1,649 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Saratov
Heading
275°
west

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BWO GVA
Airport Name Balakovo Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code BWO GVA
ICAO Code UWSB LSGG
City Balakovo Geneva
Country Russia Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Saratov Europe/Zurich
Elevation 95 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 51.860000, 47.750000 46.240000, 6.110000

Balakovo (BWO) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balakovo Airport (BWO) in Balakovo, Russia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 3,054 kilometers (1,898 miles / 1,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 19:24 in Balakovo, it's 16:24 in Geneva. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,316 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Balakovo Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Balakovo (BWO) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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