GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
2,648 km
1,645 miles
HBE
Alexandria
Egypt
Distance
2,648 km
1,645 mi / 1,430 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
122°
east southeast

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GVA HBE
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport
IATA Code GVA HBE
ICAO Code LSGG HEBA
City Geneva Alexandria
Country Switzerland Egypt
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Cairo
Elevation 1,411 ft 177 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 30.920000, 29.700000

Geneva (GVA) to Alexandria (HBE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) in Alexandria, Egypt is 2,648 kilometers (1,645 miles / 1,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:54 in Geneva, it's 10:54 in Alexandria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,234 feet between the two airports. Borg El Arab International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Alexandria (HBE) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 317° (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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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