ALJ
Alexander Bay
South Africa
8,385 km
5,210 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,385 km
5,210 mi / 4,527 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
353°
north

Airport Comparison

ALJ GVA
Airport Name Alexander Bay Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code ALJ GVA
ICAO Code FAAB LSGG
City Alexander Bay Geneva
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 98 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -28.570000, 16.530000 46.240000, 6.110000

Alexander Bay (ALJ) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,385 kilometers (5,210 miles / 4,527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 South Africa with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:33 in Alexander Bay, it's 07:33 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,313 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Alexander Bay Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 171° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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