The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, Costa Rica is 9,285 kilometers (5,769 miles / 5,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 06:40 in Geneva, it's 23:40 in Liberia. With a 7-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 1,141 feet between the two airports. Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Liberia (LIR) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 44° (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 Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.