Airport Comparison
| CUL | GVA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Federal de Bachigualato International Airport | Geneva Cointrin International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUL | GVA |
| ICAO Code | MMCL | LSGG |
| City | Culiacan | Geneva |
| Country | Mexico | Switzerland |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | Europe/Zurich |
| Elevation | 108 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.760000, -107.470000 | 46.240000, 6.110000 |
Culiacan (CUL) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL) in Culiacan, Mexico to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,681 kilometers (6,015 miles / 5,227 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
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 Mexico 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 04:04 in Culiacan, it's 12:04 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 1,303 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Federal de Bachigualato International Airport.
The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Culiacan (CUL) follows a heading of 304° (west 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 Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.