GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
4,666 km
2,899 miles
SHC
Shire
Ethiopia
Distance
4,666 km
2,899 mi / 2,519 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
129°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA SHC
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Shire Airport
IATA Code GVA SHC
ICAO Code LSGG HASR
City Geneva Shire
Country Switzerland Ethiopia
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 1,411 ft 6,207 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 14.080000, 38.270000

Geneva (GVA) to Shire (SHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 4,666 kilometers (2,899 miles / 2,519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 20:20 in Geneva, it's 22:20 in Shire.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,796 feet between the two airports. Shire 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 Shire (SHC) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 327° (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 Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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