The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Modesto City-County-Harry Sham Field (MOD) in Modesto, United States is 9,300 kilometers (5,779 miles / 5,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 06:07 in Geneva, it's 21:07 in Modesto. With a 9-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 1,312 feet between the two airports. Modesto City-County-Harry Sham Field sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Modesto (MOD) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 34° (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 Modesto City-County-Harry Sham Field (MOD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.