GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
1,957 km
1,216 miles
SMI
Samos Island
Greece
Distance
1,957 km
1,216 mi / 1,056 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
112°
east southeast

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GVA SMI
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Samos Airport
IATA Code GVA SMI
ICAO Code LSGG LGSM
City Geneva Samos Island
Country Switzerland Greece
Timezone Europe/Zurich Europe/Athens
Elevation 1,411 ft 19 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 37.690000, 26.910000

Geneva (GVA) to Samos Island (SMI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Samos Airport (SMI) in Samos Island, Greece is 1,957 kilometers (1,216 miles / 1,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with Greece. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:56 in Geneva, it's 18:56 in Samos Island.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,392 feet between the two airports. Samos Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Samos Island (SMI) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 306° (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 Samos Airport (SMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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