GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
1,297 km
806 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
1,297 km
806 mi / 700 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
141°
southeast

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GLA GVA
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code GLA GVA
ICAO Code EGPF LSGG
City Glasgow Geneva
Country United Kingdom Switzerland
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Zurich
Elevation 26 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 46.240000, 6.110000

Glasgow (GLA) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 1,297 kilometers (806 miles / 700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:15 in Glasgow, it's 06:15 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,385 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Glasgow International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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