GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
9,752 km
6,060 miles
SJV
San Javier
Bolivia
Distance
9,752 km
6,060 mi / 5,266 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
243°
west southwest

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GVA SJV
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport San Javier Airport
IATA Code GVA SJV
ICAO Code LSGG SLJV
City Geneva San Javier
Country Switzerland Bolivia
Timezone Europe/Zurich America/La_Paz
Elevation 1,411 ft 1,702 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -16.270000, -62.470000

Geneva (GVA) to San Javier (SJV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to San Javier Airport (SJV) in San Javier, Bolivia is 9,752 kilometers (6,060 miles / 5,266 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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 Bolivia. 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 08:17 in Geneva, it's 03:17 in San Javier. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Javier (SJV) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 40° (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 San Javier Airport (SJV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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