GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,020 km
3,119 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
5,020 km
3,119 mi / 2,710 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
89°
east

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GVA ZAJ
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code GVA ZAJ
ICAO Code LSGG OAZJ
City Geneva Zaranj
Country Switzerland Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kabul
Elevation 1,411 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 30.970000, 61.870000

Geneva (GVA) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 5,020 kilometers (3,119 miles / 2,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 13:31 in Geneva, it's 17:01 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 306° (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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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