GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,176 km
5,081 miles
TRR
Trincomalee
Sri Lanka
Distance
8,176 km
5,081 mi / 4,415 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
95°
east

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GVA TRR
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport China-Bay Airport
IATA Code GVA TRR
ICAO Code LSGG VCCT
City Geneva Trincomalee
Country Switzerland Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Colombo
Elevation 1,411 ft 6 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 8.540000, 81.180000

Geneva (GVA) to Trincomalee (TRR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to China-Bay Airport (TRR) in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka is 8,176 kilometers (5,081 miles / 4,415 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Sri Lanka. 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 09:11 in Geneva, it's 13:41 in Trincomalee. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,405 feet between the two airports. China-Bay Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Trincomalee (TRR) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 316° (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 China-Bay Airport (TRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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