Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva's timezone is UTC+1, making Geneva five hours ahead of Buffalo.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BUF to GVA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BUF and GVA:
Washington Dulles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport flight is £243. A round-trip fare right now is £811. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUF to GVA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
75.46% of flights that take off from Buffalo Niagara International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
Reserve a hotel close to GVA if you're catching a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Geneve Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is roughly 6 miles from the centre of Geneva. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
March is the busiest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Geneva in November.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Geneve Airport for July if you'd like to explore Geneva during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUF to GVA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Geneva, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 140 miles north-east to Zurich to check off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 120 miles north-east of Geneva, Basel is another essential stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
