The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 12,471 kilometers (7,749 miles / 6,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 UM with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:05 in Wake Island, it's 23:05 in Geneva. With a 11-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 1,388 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Wake Island Airfield.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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