The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport (JOI) in Joinville, Brazil is 9,768 kilometers (6,070 miles / 5,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:01 in Geneva, it's 02:01 in Joinville. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,396 feet between the two airports. Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Joinville (JOI) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). 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 Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport (JOI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.