Cheap flights to Geneva

When flying to Geneva Airport, Switzerland, from the major cities in South Africa, flight durations will depend entirely on the number of stopovers as well as stopover durations. However, the three major South African cities to access Geneva flight deals are Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Because the distance between these major cities is extensive, flight times can range anywhere from 15h 10min - 17h 45min when flying from Johannesburg, 16h 40min - 19h 15min when flying from Cape Town, and 18h 20min - 20h 20min when flying from Durban.

There aren't any non-stop flights available from any of the three major cities in South Africa. However, Emirates and Ethiopian Air offer routes from Cape Town (CPT) to Geneva with only one stop before arriving in Geneva. If you are flying from Durban (DUR), the only airline that provides a one-stop route is Emirates. As Johannesburg International Airport (JNB), otherwise known as O.R Thambo Airport, is the largest in South Africa, you will find more airlines offering one-stop trips to Geneva. Air France, Emirates, and KLM all offer one-stop flights from Johannesburg to Geneva. The fastest flight to Geneva from South Africa is with Air France. You can expect stopovers from all major South African cities in Amsterdam Airport (AMS) or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France.

Geneva Airport is situated a short 4kms from the city centre, making it easily accessible by bus, train, shuttle, or taxi. However, the short distance to the city centre means you can also reach the city centre on foot. The quickest method of reaching the city centre is by train from the airport, as the trip will take a quick 6min. You can purchase a regular train ticket that will cover a 60min trip for an affordable R49,08. The bus system connecting the airport to Geneva makes stops at the terminal in front of the airport every 10min to 15min. It will be the most convenient option to travel by taxi from the airport upon arrival, although the cost of a trip to the city centre will start at about R1145,62. You can also check with your chosen hotel to make use of any available hotel shuttle services.

Geneva is home to various beautiful landmarks and historical sites. Lac Leman, or Lake Geneva, is a hotspot as one of the largest lakes in Western Europe. Here, you can enjoy the beaches, indulge in water activities such as canoeing and water skiing, and simply take in the enchanting scenery. If you enjoy outdoor adventures, you can consider climbing Saleve mountain, as it provides the most extensive view of the region and its unique landscapes. In addition, you can also opt for guided tours that will uncover the rich history of the United Nations. The Red Crescent and the International Red Cross Museums are also great attractions to include on your itinerary.

South African citizens require both a passport and a valid visa to visit Geneva. Your passport must valid for three months following your return date. Temporary passports are not accepted for South Africans travelling to Geneva. You can obtain your visa from your country of origin from a Schengen Embassy.

GVA is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A GVA flight refers to a flight to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport.

If you book a flight to Geneva, you will be flying into Geneve-Cointrin, which is the city’s only airport. Geneva Geneve-Cointrin (GVA) is located 4,2 km from the centre of Geneva.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Geneva on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, TAAG is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Geneva.

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Geneva. One-way flights to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport typically cost R603, while return flights cost around R352.

A return flight to Geneva will typically cost around R110, however they can be found for as little as R18.

For those looking to save time traveling to Geneva, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 55 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis budget Genève Palexpo Aéroport is the closest property to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport (0,0 km away from Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport).