Airport Comparison
| GVA | POM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | POM |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | AYPY |
| City | Geneva | Port Moresby |
| Country | Switzerland | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 146 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -9.440000, 147.220000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Port Moresby (POM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea is 14,511 kilometers (9,017 miles / 7,836 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:47 in Geneva, it's 14:47 in Port Moresby. 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 1,265 feet between the two airports. Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Port Moresby (POM) 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 Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.