GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
1,720 km
1,069 miles
HEW
Athens
Greece
Distance
1,720 km
1,069 mi / 929 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
116°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA HEW
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Athen Helenikon Airport
IATA Code GVA HEW
ICAO Code LSGG LGAT
City Geneva Athens
Country Switzerland Greece
Timezone Europe/Zurich Europe/Athens
Elevation 1,411 ft 69 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 37.890000, 23.730000

Geneva (GVA) to Athens (HEW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) in Athens, Greece is 1,720 kilometers (1,069 miles / 929 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Greece. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:31 in Geneva, it's 15:31 in Athens.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,342 feet between the two airports. Athen Helenikon Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Athens (HEW) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 308° (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 Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.