Airport Comparison
| GVA | MRR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | MRR |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | SEMA |
| City | Geneva | Macara |
| Country | Switzerland | Ecuador |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 1,508 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -4.380000, -79.940000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Macara (MRR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) in Macara, Ecuador is 10,056 kilometers (6,249 miles / 5,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 264°.
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 Ecuador. 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 18:36 in Geneva, it's 12:36 in Macara. With a 6-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 Macara (MRR) 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 Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.