Airport Comparison
| GVA | STS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | STS |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | KSTS |
| City | Geneva | Santa Rosa |
| Country | Switzerland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 129 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | 38.510000, -122.810000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Santa Rosa (STS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa, United States is 9,307 kilometers (5,783 miles / 5,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 10:18 in Geneva, it's 01:18 in Santa Rosa. With a 9-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 1,282 feet between the two airports. Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Santa Rosa (STS) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County Airport (STS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.