Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport.
Geneva and Zurich follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 68 Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 06:00 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:35 with SWISS.
Leave enough time to make your GVA to ZRH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
SWISS has direct flights from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is SWISS.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating GVA to ZRH flights, with 76.92% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between GVA and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
£57 is currently the best price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start at £135. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from GVA to ZRH, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)
65.81% of flights leaving from Geneve Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Geneve Airport from central Geneva, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near GVA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're landing on a late Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 8 miles from central Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Geneve Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GVA to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zurich. Around 45 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 60 miles south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among its highlights.
