GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,818 km
3,615 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
5,818 km
3,615 mi / 3,141 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
114°
east southeast

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GVA SCT
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code GVA SCT
ICAO Code LSGG OYSQ
City Geneva Socotra Islands
Country Switzerland Yemen
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Aden
Elevation 1,411 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 12.630000, 53.910000

Geneva (GVA) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 5,818 kilometers (3,615 miles / 3,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Yemen. 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 22:15 in Geneva, it's 00:15 in Socotra Islands.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,265 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 320° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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