GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,620 km
5,356 miles
MZQ
Mkuze
South Africa
Distance
8,620 km
5,356 mi / 4,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
157°
south southeast

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GVA MZQ
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Mkuze Airport
IATA Code GVA MZQ
ICAO Code LSGG FAMU
City Geneva Mkuze
Country Switzerland South Africa
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,411 ft 400 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -27.630000, 32.040000

Geneva (GVA) to Mkuze (MZQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Mkuze Airport (MZQ) in Mkuze, South Africa is 8,620 kilometers (5,356 miles / 4,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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 22:43 in Geneva, it's 23:43 in Mkuze.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,011 feet between the two airports. Mkuze Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Mkuze (MZQ) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 342° (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 Mkuze Airport (MZQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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