Geneva to Zaventem
1h 05m The flight from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU) covers 532 km (331 miles) and takes approximately 1h 05m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 348°, passing near 48.6° N, 5.3° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 58m | 1h 23m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 41m | 1h 06m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 35m | 1h 01m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 38m | 1h 03m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| GVA | BRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Geneva International Airport | Brussels Airport |
| City | Geneva | Zaventem |
| Country | Switzerland | Belgium |
| ICAO | LSGG | EBBR |
| Coordinates | 46.2381, 6.109 | 50.9014, 4.4844 |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 175 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Geneva to Zaventem?
A non-stop flight from Geneva (GVA) to Zaventem (BRU) takes about 1h 05m. The great-circle distance is 532 km (331 miles, 287 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 348°.
How far is Geneva from Zaventem?
532 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 331 miles or 287 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between GVA and BRU?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 532 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.