ARK
Arusha
Tanzania
6,280 km
3,902 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
6,280 km
3,902 mi / 3,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ARK GVA
Airport Name Arusha Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code ARK GVA
ICAO Code HTAR LSGG
City Arusha Geneva
Country Tanzania Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,550 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -3.370000, 36.630000 46.240000, 6.110000

Arusha (ARK) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arusha Airport (ARK) in Arusha, Tanzania to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 6,280 kilometers (3,902 miles / 3,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 Tanzania 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 21:00 in Arusha, it's 19:00 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,139 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Arusha Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Arusha (ARK) follows a heading of 143° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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