Airport Comparison
| GMI | GVA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gasmata Island Airport | Geneva Cointrin International Airport |
| IATA Code | GMI | GVA |
| ICAO Code | AYGT | LSGG |
| City | Gasmata Island | Geneva |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Switzerland |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Europe/Zurich |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.270000, 150.330000 | 46.240000, 6.110000 |
Gasmata Island (GMI) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gasmata Island Airport (GMI) in Gasmata Island, Papua New Guinea to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 14,404 kilometers (8,950 miles / 7,778 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 Papua New Guinea 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 09:32 in Gasmata Island, it's 00:32 in Geneva. With a 9-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 1,388 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Gasmata Island Airport.
The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Gasmata Island (GMI) follows a heading of 49° (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 Gasmata Island Airport (GMI) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.