GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
1,561 km
970 miles
WAX
Zuwara
Libya
Distance
1,561 km
970 mi / 843 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
159°
south southeast

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GVA WAX
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Zwara Airport
IATA Code GVA WAX
ICAO Code LSGG HLZW
City Geneva Zuwara
Country Switzerland Libya
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 1,411 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 32.950000, 12.020000

Geneva (GVA) to Zuwara (WAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Zwara Airport (WAX) in Zuwara, Libya is 1,561 kilometers (970 miles / 843 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with Libya. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:41 in Geneva, it's 07:41 in Zuwara.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,411 feet between the two airports. Zwara Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Zuwara (WAX) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Zwara Airport (WAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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