DGL
Douglas
United States
9,240 km
5,741 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
9,240 km
5,741 mi / 4,989 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Phoenix
Heading
39°
northeast

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DGL GVA
Airport Name Douglas Municipal Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code DGL GVA
ICAO Code KDGL LSGG
City Douglas Geneva
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Phoenix Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,173 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 31.340000, -109.510000 46.240000, 6.110000

Douglas (DGL) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) in Douglas, United States to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,240 kilometers (5,741 miles / 4,989 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 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 06:09 in Douglas, it's 14:09 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 2,762 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Douglas Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Douglas (DGL) follows a heading of 309° (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 Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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