GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
7,992 km
4,966 miles
JAF
Jaffna
Sri Lanka
Distance
7,992 km
4,966 mi / 4,315 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
95°
east

Airport Comparison

GVA JAF
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Jaffna International Airport
IATA Code GVA JAF
ICAO Code LSGG VCCJ
City Geneva Jaffna
Country Switzerland Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Colombo
Elevation 1,411 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 9.790000, 80.070000

Geneva (GVA) to Jaffna (JAF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Jaffna International Airport (JAF) in Jaffna, Sri Lanka is 7,992 kilometers (4,966 miles / 4,315 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:32 in Geneva, it's 13:02 in Jaffna. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Jaffna International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Jaffna (JAF) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 316° (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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Jaffna International Airport (JAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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