Airport Comparison
| GVA | MIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Misima Island Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | MIS |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | AYMS |
| City | Geneva | Misima Island |
| Country | Switzerland | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -10.690000, 152.840000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Misima Island (MIS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Misima Island Airport (MIS) in Misima Island, Papua New Guinea is 14,967 kilometers (9,300 miles / 8,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 14:17 in Geneva, it's 23:17 in Misima Island. With a 9-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 1,385 feet between the two airports. Misima Island Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Misima Island (MIS) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 328° (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 Misima Island Airport (MIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.