Airport Comparison
| GVA | YQY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | YQY |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | CYQY |
| City | Geneva | Sydney |
| Country | Switzerland | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Glace_Bay |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 203 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | 46.160000, -60.050000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Sydney (YQY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) in Sydney, Canada is 4,936 kilometers (3,067 miles / 2,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.
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 Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:05 in Geneva, it's 02:05 in Sydney. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,208 feet between the two airports. Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (YQY) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.