EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
8,730 km
5,425 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,730 km
5,425 mi / 4,714 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
342°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

EMG GVA
Airport Name Empangeni Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code EMG GVA
ICAO Code FAEM LSGG
City Empangeni Geneva
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 251 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -28.720000, 31.890000 46.240000, 6.110000

Empangeni (EMG) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,730 kilometers (5,425 miles / 4,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:03 in Empangeni, it's 13:03 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,160 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Empangeni Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Empangeni (EMG) follows a heading of 157° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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