GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,326 km
3,310 miles
SXU
Soddu
Ethiopia
Distance
5,326 km
3,310 mi / 2,876 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
135°
southeast

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GVA SXU
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Soddu Airport
IATA Code GVA SXU
ICAO Code LSGG HASD
City Geneva Soddu
Country Switzerland Ethiopia
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 1,411 ft 6,400 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 6.820000, 37.750000

Geneva (GVA) to Soddu (SXU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Soddu Airport (SXU) in Soddu, Ethiopia is 5,326 kilometers (3,310 miles / 2,876 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 18:35 in Geneva, it's 20:35 in Soddu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,989 feet between the two airports. Soddu 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 Soddu (SXU) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 331° (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 Soddu Airport (SXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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