GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,913 km
5,538 miles
MGH
Margate
South Africa
Distance
8,913 km
5,538 mi / 4,813 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
159°
south southeast

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GVA MGH
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Margate Airport
IATA Code GVA MGH
ICAO Code LSGG FAMG
City Geneva Margate
Country Switzerland South Africa
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,411 ft 495 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -30.860000, 30.340000

Geneva (GVA) to Margate (MGH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa is 8,913 kilometers (5,538 miles / 4,813 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 South Africa. 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 15:53 in Geneva, it's 16:53 in Margate.

The return flight from Margate (MGH) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 343° (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 Margate Airport (MGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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