GRJ
George
South Africa
9,072 km
5,637 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
9,072 km
5,637 mi / 4,898 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
349°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GRJ GVA
Airport Name George Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code GRJ GVA
ICAO Code FAGG LSGG
City George Geneva
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 648 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 46.240000, 6.110000

George (GRJ) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,072 kilometers (5,637 miles / 4,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 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 16:26 in George, it's 15:26 in Geneva.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 166° (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 George Airport (GRJ) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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