Airport Comparison
| GVA | SJP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | SJP |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | SBSR |
| City | Geneva | Sao Jose Do Rio Preto |
| Country | Switzerland | Brazil |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 1,784 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -20.820000, -49.410000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Sao Jose Do Rio Preto (SJP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto, Brazil is 9,310 kilometers (5,785 miles / 5,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.
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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:03 in Geneva, it's 09:03 in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto (SJP) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 35° (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 Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.