The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Yecheon Airport (YEC) in Yecheon Airport, South Korea is 9,146 kilometers (5,683 miles / 4,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 South Korea. 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 17:19 in Geneva, it's 01:19 in Yecheon Airport. With a 8-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 1,057 feet between the two airports. Yecheon Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Yecheon Airport (YEC) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 324° (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 Yecheon Airport (YEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.