Airport Comparison
Geneva (GVA) to Vanua Balavu (VBV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) in Vanua Balavu, Fiji is 16,760 kilometers (10,414 miles / 9,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 Fiji. 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 23:40 in Geneva, it's 10:40 in Vanua Balavu. With a 11-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 1,335 feet between the two airports. Vanua Balavu Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Vanua Balavu (VBV) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 353° (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 Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.