Airport Comparison
| ACA | GVA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Juan N Alvarez International Airport | Geneva Cointrin International Airport |
| IATA Code | ACA | GVA |
| ICAO Code | MMAA | LSGG |
| City | Acapulco | Geneva |
| Country | Mexico | Switzerland |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Europe/Zurich |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.760000, -99.750000 | 46.240000, 6.110000 |
Acapulco (ACA) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) in Acapulco, Mexico to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,834 kilometers (6,110 miles / 5,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.
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 Mexico with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:57 in Acapulco, it's 17:57 in Geneva. With a 7-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 1,395 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than General Juan N Alvarez International Airport.
The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Acapulco (ACA) follows a heading of 293° (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 General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.