Airport Comparison
| GVA | TBU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Fua'amotu International Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | TBU |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | NFTF |
| City | Geneva | Nuku'alofa |
| Country | Switzerland | Tonga |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 126 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -21.240000, -175.150000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Nuku'alofa (TBU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa, Tonga is 17,233 kilometers (10,708 miles / 9,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 3°.
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 Tonga. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:25 in Geneva, it's 18:25 in Nuku'alofa. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,285 feet between the two airports. Fua'amotu International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Nuku'alofa (TBU) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 358° (north). 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 Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.