Geneva to Zurich
42m The flight from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zürich Airport (ZRH) covers 230 km (143 miles) and takes approximately 42m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 53°, passing near 46.9° N, 7.3° 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 | 25m | 50m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 18m | 43m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 15m | 41m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 16m | 41m |
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 | ZRH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Geneva International Airport | Zürich Airport |
| City | Geneva | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| ICAO | LSGG | LSZH |
| Coordinates | 46.2381, 6.109 | 47.4581, 8.5481 |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 1,417 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Geneva to Zurich?
A non-stop flight from Geneva (GVA) to Zurich (ZRH) takes about 42m. The great-circle distance is 230 km (143 miles, 124 nautical miles), flying north-east on an initial bearing of 53°.
How far is Geneva from Zurich?
230 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 143 miles or 124 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 ZRH?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 230 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.