The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 9,884 kilometers (6,142 miles / 5,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Mexico. 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 06:48 in Geneva, it's 22:48 in Ixtapa. With a 8-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 1,385 feet between the two airports. Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 41° (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 Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.