GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
6,730 km
4,182 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
6,730 km
4,182 mi / 3,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.75h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

GVA RUK
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code GVA RUK
ICAO Code LSGG VNRK
City Geneva Rukumkot
Country Switzerland Nepal
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 1,411 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 28.630000, 82.190000

Geneva (GVA) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 6,730 kilometers (4,182 miles / 3,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Nepal. 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 06:29 in Geneva, it's 11:14 in Rukumkot. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,089 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 310° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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