GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
6,306 km
3,919 miles
JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
Distance
6,306 km
3,919 mi / 3,405 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA JRO
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Kilimanjaro International Airport
IATA Code GVA JRO
ICAO Code LSGG HTKJ
City Geneva Arusha
Country Switzerland Tanzania
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 1,411 ft 2,932 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -3.430000, 37.070000

Geneva (GVA) to Arusha (JRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania is 6,306 kilometers (3,919 miles / 3,405 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with Tanzania. 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 11:08 in Geneva, it's 13:08 in Arusha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,521 feet between the two airports. Kilimanjaro International Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Arusha (JRO) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 335° (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 Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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