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When is the best time to fly to Geneva?
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Whether it is the Alpine peaks and the hilly terrain of Jura or the unrivalled Swiss watch-making supremacy or the gastronomic allure of the area, Geneva is beautiful no matter what time of the year you visit. It boasts great climate year-round, which makes it the perfect getaway location in summer as well as winter. Nevertheless, if you want to visit when you can enjoy the best temperatures and plenty of activities, you should book your flights for March, July and August, or December. March features the Geneva International Motor Show, while December brings the Fete de l’Escalade. If skiing holds your interest, you can enjoy the Alpine slopes from December – April. Avoid the months of September – October if you do not like the rain.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to Geneva?
£33 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Geneva. This flight is from Stranraer and is 87% cheaper than most flights to Geneva. To find the cheapest price to Geneva from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Geneva?
If you don’t want to visit Geneva in May, then you should wait until November to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £74.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Geneva?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Geneva from United Kingdom when booking 60 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Geneva for around £100 when searching 60 days out. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Geneva at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as £44 in the past 72 hours.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Geneva?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Geneva is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £92. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United Kingdom to Geneva for around £121.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Geneva?
Flying to Geneva from United Kingdom in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £103 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £116.
Is there an alternative airport near Geneva?
Those flying to Geneva could potentially find better pricing at Belp Airport (81 mi from Geneva city centre), depending on the month and departure airport.
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Geneva?
The cheapest airport near Geneva is typically Belp Airport, with an average price of £245/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
What are the current travel restrictions for Geneva?
Currently, Switzerland travel restrictions include travel to Geneva. Switzerland has restricted the entry of all travelers who are not nationals or residents of Switzerland or Liechtenstein. Travelers transiting through Switzerland to another country they are permitted to enter, travelers who have the necessary visas and permits to enter, and authorized healthcare professionals may still enter the country. Additional exemptions exist for some categories of business travelers who have received advance permission. Special allowances also exist in some cases for travelers arriving from Germany or Austria. Starting from June 15, it is expected that borders between Switzerland, Germany, France and Austria will be opened. Until at least June 7, all travelers must land at Basel (BSL), Geneva (GVA), or Zurich (ZRH). If you are planning to travel to Geneva at this time, it is recommended that you stay up to date on current restrictions and follow proper safety measures while in public.
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin flight deals found on momondo
Check out some of the best fares from airports in United Kingdom to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin found recently by users on momondo
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easyJet
16 Jun
BHX
Birmingham
1h 40m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
18 Jun
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1h 50m
BHX
Birmingham
£44
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British Airways
24 Apr
LHR
London Heathrow
1h 35m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1 May
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1h 40m
LHR
London Heathrow
£51
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easyJet
14 Jun
MAN
Manchester
1h 50m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
22 Jun
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1h 50m
MAN
Manchester
£48
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easyJet
20 Mar
MAN
Manchester
1h 50m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
27 Mar
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1h 55m
MAN
Manchester
£49
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British Airways
14 Apr
LHR
London Heathrow
1h 35m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
21 Apr
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
1h 45m
LHR
London Heathrow
£54
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easyJet
15 Feb
EDI
Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 15m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
22 Feb
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
2h 20m
EDI
Edinburgh Turnhouse
£49
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
If you're looking for one-way flights to Geneva, view some of our deals below provided by easyJet and SWISS
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Quickest
easyJet
15 Feb
EDI
Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 15m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
£27
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SWISS
7 Feb
LHR
London Heathrow
1h 40m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
£36
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British Airways
31 Jan
LHR
London Heathrow
1h 40m
GVA
Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
£49
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Which airlines fly to Geneva?
Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Geneva
Direct flights to Geneva are offered by various airlines including British Airways, Swissair, easyJet, Flybe and Jet2.com. KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling Airlines, Eurowings, Air Berlin, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, Alitalia, Aer Lingus and Luxair also fly into Geneva.
How to get from the airport to Geneva city centre?
Below you will find all the airports in Geneva along with the distance from the city centre
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Train
Swiss trains are known to be always on time. The airport rail station is a short 5-minute walk from the airport. The train stops at Geneva Central Train Station, Gare Cornavin, and runs every 12 – 20 minutes. The ride takes 6 minutes one-way and you can then walk to city centre (Bel-Air) in 5 minutes or take a tram which is only 1 stop away.
Bus
On arrival at Geneva airport, you can claim a free Unireso ticket that is valid for 80 minutes and allows you to use public transport in Zone 10 – Tout Geneve (central Geneva area, including the airport and most hotels). You will find the machine for free tickets in the baggage retrieving hall. You may be asked to show a valid plane ticket. The fastest bus to city centre is Bus #5. It runs to and from the airport every 15 minutes and makes fewer stops than other buses on the airport route.
Shuttle
For a direct ride to your hotel or city centre, book Aéro-Express 48 hours in advance. The fare depends on the time of day and where in the city centre you are travelling.
Taxi
Taxi services are available from GVA to city centre which is about 4 kilometres away. Taxis from the airport include Alpha Taxi, Ambassador Taxis, and Europa Taxis. The approximate fare is 35 – 45 CHF and it is a short drive.
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How to get around in Geneva?
Free Public Transportation
When you stay in a hostel, hotel or campsite in Geneva, you can get a Geneva Transport Card. This card allows you to use all bus, tram, train, and water ferries free for the duration of your stay.
Taxi
Taxis are the fastest way to get to the city centre, but costly. The minimum fare is 6.30 CHF, and each additional kilometre is charged at 3.20 CHF. Waiting time per 1-hour is approximately 60 CHF, and if you travel out of Geneva, the fare increases to 3.80 CHF per kilometre.
Bike
Geneva encourages green living, which is why they have biking routes and free bike lending from April – mid-October. Just find the Genève Roule Association for your free bike.
Boat
To explore everything Geneva has to offer, you must take a trip across the lake. The Mouettes are small yellow water buses that cross from shore-to-shore in just a few minutes. You can board free with your Geneva Transport Card. They depart every 10 minutes for the M1 and M2 lines, and every 30 minutes for the M3 and M4 lines.
What are the visa and passport requirements when flying to Geneva?
UK Nationals
UK citizens must have a passport, but no visa is required for up to 90 days. Passport endorsed British Citizens, European Communities, British Dependent Territories Citizens or British Subjects only need a passport. For foreign nationals, please check the Schengen Visa Information website.
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Additional info and tips about visiting Geneva
Things to do and Places of Interest in Geneva
Geneva offers a multitude of activities and boasts several tourist-friendly options. You can choose from a variety of tour packages that take you by boat or bus to the main attractions of the city. When looking for the best attractions, visit the Jet D’Eau, which is among Geneva’s top landmarks. You can also visit the local watch-making stores or the Reformation Wall, which is a monument honouring the individuals, events and documents of the Protestant Reformation. The Old Town is a unique place full of exciting treasures and sights. There are multiple world-class museums throughout the city centre to explore with free admission. Visit the Palais des Nations, which is a symbol of Geneva’s commitment to global peace and houses the United Nations Office in Geneva. The Globe of Science and Innovation is an exciting tour location and a fabulous visual landmark by day or night.
Tips and Tricks for Visiting Geneva
Currency
The currency in Geneva is the Swiss franc. You can exchange your currency at the airport or a local bank. Most credit cards are accepted throughout Geneva.
Wi-Fi
Geneva offers several free Wi-Fi stations throughout the city centre. Locations include the lakefront, Plaine De Plainpalais, Parc La Grange, Parc Des Eaux-Vives, and La Perle Du Lac.
Tipping for Service
All hotels, taxi fares, and restaurants include tax and service in the bill, so tipping is not required. However, if you feel the service warrants it, you can tip your service provider.
Holiday Schedules
If you are travelling around on a public holiday, you might find that many attractions are closed. Holidays include Christmas, Restoration of the Republic (31st December), Good Friday, New Year’s Day (1st January), Whit Monday (June), Ascension Day (May), Swiss National Day (August 1st) and the Geneva Fast (September).