GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
9,093 km
5,650 miles
PJB
Payson
United States
Distance
9,093 km
5,650 mi / 4,910 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GVA PJB
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Payson Airport
IATA Code GVA PJB
ICAO Code LSGG KPAN
City Geneva Payson
Country Switzerland United States
Timezone Europe/Zurich America/Phoenix
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,157 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 34.260000, -111.340000

Geneva (GVA) to Payson (PJB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Payson Airport (PJB) in Payson, United States is 9,093 kilometers (5,650 miles / 4,910 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 10:06 in Geneva, it's 02:06 in Payson. With a 8-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 3,746 feet between the two airports. Payson Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Payson (PJB) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 38° (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 Payson Airport (PJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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