The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,007 kilometers (5,597 miles / 4,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 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 17:45 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 01:45 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 2,536 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 307° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.