Airport Comparison
| GVA | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | WAL |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | KWAL |
| City | Geneva | Wallops Island |
| Country | Switzerland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 6,494 kilometers (4,035 miles / 3,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 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 18:03 in Geneva, it's 12:03 in Wallops Island. With a 6-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 1,371 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 53° (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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.