The flight distance from Fakahina Airport (FHZ) in Fakahina, French Polynesia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 15,429 kilometers (9,587 miles / 8,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:59 in Fakahina, it's 09:59 in Geneva. With a 12-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 1,408 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Fakahina Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Fakahina (FHZ) follows a heading of 306° (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 Fakahina Airport (FHZ) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.