GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,370 km
3,337 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
5,370 km
3,337 mi / 2,899 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
146°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA RUA
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code GVA RUA
ICAO Code LSGG HUAR
City Geneva Arua
Country Switzerland Uganda
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Kampala
Elevation 1,411 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 3.050000, 30.920000

Geneva (GVA) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 5,370 kilometers (3,337 miles / 2,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 Uganda. 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 09:37 in Geneva, it's 11:37 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,540 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 337° (north 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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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