The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 18,660 kilometers (11,595 miles / 10,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 New Zealand. 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 10:39 in Geneva, it's 22:39 in Queenstown. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.