Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport is 6 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Take your pick of four weekly King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Saudia is the earliest you can take. Saudia operates the latest service of the day at 09:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RUH to GVA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Saudia offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Geneva — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
Saudia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers RUH to GVA flights is Saudia. Its services arrive as planned 76.92% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RUH and GVA:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
£105 is the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Return flights start from £126. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from RUH to GVA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to GVA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination on time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 25 miles from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to RUH:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
Consider booking a hotel close to GVA if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Geneve Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and chase adventure across Geneva and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneve Airport, Geneva is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Geneva is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Geneve Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to GVA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 140 miles north-east of Geneva, a trip to Zurich will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Basel is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 120 miles north-east of Geneva. No trip is complete without experiencing Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
