ELL
Ellisras
South Africa
8,079 km
5,020 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,079 km
5,020 mi / 4,362 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

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ELL GVA
Airport Name Ellisras Matimba Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code ELL GVA
ICAO Code FAER LSGG
City Ellisras Geneva
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 2,799 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 27.690000 46.240000, 6.110000

Ellisras (ELL) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) in Ellisras, South Africa to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,079 kilometers (5,020 miles / 4,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 South Africa 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 23:32 in Ellisras, it's 22:32 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,388 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits lower than Ellisras Matimba Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Ellisras (ELL) follows a heading of 159° (south 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 Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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