The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Yap International Airport (YAP) in Yap Island, Micronesia is 12,197 kilometers (7,579 miles / 6,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 Micronesia. 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 13:22 in Geneva, it's 22:22 in Yap Island. With a 9-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 1,320 feet between the two airports. Yap International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Yap Island (YAP) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 327° (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 Yap International Airport (YAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.