GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
7,058 km
4,386 miles
MDW
Chicago
United States
Distance
7,058 km
4,386 mi / 3,811 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
304°
northwest

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GVA MDW
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Chicago Midway International Airport
IATA Code GVA MDW
ICAO Code LSGG KMDW
City Geneva Chicago
Country Switzerland United States
Timezone Europe/Zurich America/Chicago
Elevation 1,411 ft 620 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 41.790000, -87.750000

Geneva (GVA) to Chicago (MDW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States is 7,058 kilometers (4,386 miles / 3,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 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 10:02 in Geneva, it's 03:02 in Chicago. 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.

The return flight from Chicago (MDW) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 50° (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 Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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