GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,908 km
5,535 miles
PXL
Polacca
United States
Distance
8,908 km
5,535 mi / 4,810 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GVA PXL
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Polacca Airport
IATA Code GVA PXL
ICAO Code LSGG KP10
City Geneva Polacca
Country Switzerland United States
Timezone Europe/Zurich America/Phoenix
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,573 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 35.790000, -110.420000

Geneva (GVA) to Polacca (PXL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Polacca Airport (PXL) in Polacca, United States is 8,908 kilometers (5,535 miles / 4,810 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:15 in Geneva, it's 08:15 in Polacca. With a 8-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 4,162 feet between the two airports. Polacca Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Polacca (PXL) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). 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 Polacca Airport (PXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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