GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
7,167 km
4,454 miles
PAT
Patna
India
Distance
7,167 km
4,454 mi / 3,870 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
79°
east

Airport Comparison

GVA PAT
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport
IATA Code GVA PAT
ICAO Code LSGG VEPT
City Geneva Patna
Country Switzerland India
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 1,411 ft 170 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 25.590000, 85.090000

Geneva (GVA) to Patna (PAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) in Patna, India is 7,167 kilometers (4,454 miles / 3,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:30 in Geneva, it's 06:00 in Patna. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,241 feet between the two airports. Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Patna (PAT) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 311° (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 Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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