GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
3,146 km
1,955 miles
VAN
Van
Turkey
Distance
3,146 km
1,955 mi / 1,699 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
92°
east

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GVA VAN
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Van Ferit Melen Airport
IATA Code GVA VAN
ICAO Code LSGG LTCI
City Geneva Van
Country Switzerland Turkey
Timezone Europe/Zurich Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,480 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 38.470000, 43.330000

Geneva (GVA) to Van (VAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) in Van, Turkey is 3,146 kilometers (1,955 miles / 1,699 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

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 Turkey. 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 04:40 in Geneva, it's 06:40 in Van.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,069 feet between the two airports. Van Ferit Melen 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 Van (VAN) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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