GIY
Giyani
South Africa
8,116 km
5,043 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
8,116 km
5,043 mi / 4,383 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GIY GVA
Airport Name Giyani Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code GIY GVA
ICAO Code FAGI LSGG
City Giyani Geneva
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 1,584 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 46.240000, 6.110000

Giyani (GIY) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 8,116 kilometers (5,043 miles / 4,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 08:40 in Giyani, it's 07:40 in Geneva.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 156° (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 Giyani Airport (GIY) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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