The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Kimbe Airport (HKN) in Hoskins, Papua New Guinea is 14,332 kilometers (8,906 miles / 7,739 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:45 in Geneva, it's 10:45 in Hoskins. With a 8-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 1,345 feet between the two airports. Kimbe Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Hoskins (HKN) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Kimbe Airport (HKN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.