GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
4,586 km
2,850 miles
MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
Distance
4,586 km
2,850 mi / 2,476 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
127°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA MSW
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Massawa International Airport
IATA Code GVA MSW
ICAO Code LSGG HHMS
City Geneva Massawa
Country Switzerland Eritrea
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Asmara
Elevation 1,411 ft 194 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 15.670000, 39.370000

Geneva (GVA) to Massawa (MSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea is 4,586 kilometers (2,850 miles / 2,476 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

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 Eritrea. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:05 in Geneva, it's 02:05 in Massawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,217 feet between the two airports. Massawa International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Massawa (MSW) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). 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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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