GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,537 km
3,441 miles
KCU
Masindi
Uganda
Distance
5,537 km
3,441 mi / 2,990 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
146°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA KCU
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Masindi Airport
IATA Code GVA KCU
ICAO Code LSGG HUMI
City Geneva Masindi
Country Switzerland Uganda
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Kampala
Elevation 1,411 ft 3,850 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 1.760000, 31.740000

Geneva (GVA) to Masindi (KCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda is 5,537 kilometers (3,441 miles / 2,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 Uganda. 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 14:09 in Geneva, it's 16:09 in Masindi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,439 feet between the two airports. Masindi Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Masindi (KCU) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 337° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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