BFK
Aurora
United States
8,253 km
5,128 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,253 km
5,128 mi / 4,457 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
42°
northeast

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BFK GVA
Airport Name Buckley Space Force Base Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code BFK GVA
ICAO Code KBKF LSGG
City Aurora Geneva
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,663 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 39.700000, -104.750000 46.240000, 6.110000

Aurora (BFK) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) in Aurora, United States to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,253 kilometers (5,128 miles / 4,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 United States 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 12:32 in Aurora, it's 20:32 in Geneva. With a 8-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 4,252 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Buckley Space Force Base Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Aurora (BFK) follows a heading of 312° (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 Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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