The flight distance from Butterworth Airport (BWH) in Butterworth, Malaysia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 9,896 kilometers (6,149 miles / 5,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:30 in Butterworth, it's 04:30 in Geneva. With a 7-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 1,400 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Butterworth Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Butterworth (BWH) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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