COS
Colorado Springs
United States
8,324 km
5,172 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,324 km
5,172 mi / 4,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

COS GVA
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code COS GVA
ICAO Code KCOS LSGG
City Colorado Springs Geneva
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 6,187 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 46.240000, 6.110000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,324 kilometers (5,172 miles / 4,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 09:29 in Colorado Springs, it's 17:29 in Geneva. With a 8-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 4,776 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 311° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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