GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
8,511 km
5,289 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
8,511 km
5,289 mi / 4,596 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
161°
south southeast

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GVA WEL
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code GVA WEL
ICAO Code LSGG FAWM
City Geneva Welkom
Country Switzerland South Africa
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,411 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Geneva (GVA) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 8,511 kilometers (5,289 miles / 4,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 South Africa. 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 02:12 in Geneva, it's 03:12 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,988 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 346° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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