Travelling from London to Geneva Airport (GVA): What you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when planning your flight from London to Geneva Airport (GVA). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct London to Geneva Airport flight.
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Geneva Airport is located in Geneva.
With 90 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Geneva Airport (GVA) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 6:10am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from LHR to GVA is with British Airways at 8:30pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to GVA.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Geneva Airport (GVA) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Book your direct flight from London to Geneva Airport with British Airways. This leading airline operates services from LHR.
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to GVA.
With a dependable 83.44% of services arriving as planned, SWISS ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London to Geneva Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Geneva Airport (GVA) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from London to GVA taking off from LGW include:
EasyJet ranks number one in bookings on the LGW to GVA route.
Flights between London Gatwick Airport and Geneva Airport are generally more punctual with easyJet than with any other carrier.
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to GVA flight:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your trip at London Stansted Airport (STN) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from London to Geneva Airport out of here.
Pick your airline and get ready to jet off to your destination. These carriers offer direct London to GVA plane tickets from STN:
Jet2 is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from STN to GVA.
Among carriers operating on this route, Jet2 has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
STN is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Geneva Airport flight:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
About Geneva Airport (GVA)
Book a hotel close to GVA if you're catching a late flight from London to Geneva Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your London to Geneva Airport flight.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneva Airport to the centre of Geneva is around 5 kms (3 miles). If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Geneva Airport (GVA)
Currently, £20 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Geneva Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £46. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from London to GVA by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on London to Geneva Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Geneva Airport (GVA)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to visit Geneva. March is when most people book flights from London to Geneva Airport (GVA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a London to GVA plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Geneva to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Geneva Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 7ºC.
More about Geneva
After booking your flight from London to Geneva Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Geneva:
CERN and Jets d'eau are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Geneva must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Geneva Water Fountain.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Geneva, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 225 kms (140 miles) northeast to Zurich to tick off its top sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, your itinerary will be busy.
Basel is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 193 kms (120 miles) northeast of Geneva. No trip is complete without experiencing Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
