GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,808 km
3,609 miles
SXR
Srinagar
India
Distance
5,808 km
3,609 mi / 3,136 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
78°
east northeast

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GVA SXR
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Sheikh ul Alam Airport
IATA Code GVA SXR
ICAO Code LSGG VISR
City Geneva Srinagar
Country Switzerland India
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,429 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 33.990000, 74.770000

Geneva (GVA) to Srinagar (SXR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) in Srinagar, India is 5,808 kilometers (3,609 miles / 3,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, 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 India. 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 22:21 in Geneva, it's 02:51 in Srinagar. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,018 feet between the two airports. Sheikh ul Alam 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 Srinagar (SXR) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 305° (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 Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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