The flight distance from Cap Manuel Nino International Airport (CHX) in Changuinola, Panama to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,145 kilometers (5,682 miles / 4,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Panama 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 09:30 in Changuinola, it's 15:30 in Geneva. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,392 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Cap Manuel Nino International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Changuinola (CHX) follows a heading of 276° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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