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Flight Distance from Geneva (GVA) to Houston (IAH)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
GVALSGG
Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva International Airport
Great Circle Path
8,450 km5,251 miles • 4,563 NM
Destination Airport
KIAHIAH
Houston, United States
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Direct Distance
8,450 km
5,251 Statute Miles
4,563 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
10h 26m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
761 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
299° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
10h 26m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
9h 41m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
16h 45m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇨🇭 Switzerland→🇺🇸 United States
Allowed Stay90 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa Waiver Program — ESTA online authorization required.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
- City / Country: Geneva, Switzerland
- ICAO Code: LSGG
- Coordinates: 46.2381°, 6.1090°
- Timezone: Europe/Zurich
- Elevation: 1411 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- City / Country: Houston, United States
- ICAO Code: KIAH
- Coordinates: 29.9844°, -95.3414°
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Elevation: 97 ft
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