GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,751 km
5,438 miles
RVA
Farafangana Airport
Madagascar
Distance
8,751 km
5,438 mi / 4,725 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
141°
southeast

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GVA RVA
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Farafangana Airport
IATA Code GVA RVA
ICAO Code LSGG FMSG
City Geneva N/A
Country Switzerland Madagascar
Timezone Europe/Zurich Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 1,411 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -22.810000, 47.820000

Geneva (GVA) to Farafangana Airport (RVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Farafangana Airport (RVA) in Farafangana Airport, Madagascar is 8,751 kilometers (5,438 miles / 4,725 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 Madagascar. 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 06:29 in Geneva, it's 08:29 in Farafangana Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,385 feet between the two airports. Farafangana Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Farafangana Airport (RVA) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 332° (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 Farafangana Airport (RVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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