Airport Comparison
| GVA | VVI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Viru Viru International Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | VVI |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | SLVR |
| City | Geneva | Santa Cruz |
| Country | Switzerland | Bolivia |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 1,224 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -17.640000, -63.140000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Santa Cruz (VVI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 9,914 kilometers (6,160 miles / 5,353 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 01:07 in Geneva, it's 20:07 in Santa Cruz. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) 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 Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.