Airport Comparison
| GVA | KOA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | KOA |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | PHKO |
| City | Geneva | Kailua/Kona |
| Country | Switzerland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | Pacific/Honolulu |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 49 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | 19.700000, -156.000000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Kailua/Kona (KOA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) in Kailua/Kona, United States is 12,465 kilometers (7,745 miles / 6,730 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:27 in Geneva, it's 01:27 in Kailua/Kona. With a 11-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 1,362 feet between the two airports. Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Kailua/Kona (KOA) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 13° (north 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 Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.