GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,486 km
3,409 miles
KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
Distance
5,486 km
3,409 mi / 2,962 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
81°
east

Airport Comparison

GVA KHT
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Khost Airport
IATA Code GVA KHT
ICAO Code LSGG OAKS
City Geneva Khost
Country Switzerland Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kabul
Elevation 1,411 ft 3,756 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 33.330000, 69.950000

Geneva (GVA) to Khost (KHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan is 5,486 kilometers (3,409 miles / 2,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 81°.

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 Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:54 in Geneva, it's 16:24 in Khost. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,345 feet between the two airports. Khost Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Khost (KHT) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 305° (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 Khost Airport (KHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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