The flight distance from Elcho Island Airport (ELC) in Elcho Island, Australia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 13,952 kilometers (8,669 miles / 7,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 Australia with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Elcho Island, it's 13:56 in Geneva. With a 8.5-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 1,310 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Elcho Island Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Elcho Island (ELC) follows a heading of 68° (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 Elcho Island Airport (ELC) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.