Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva is 12 hours behind Auckland and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your AKL to GVA flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AKL and GVA include:
Dubai Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Currently, R 11,451 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 27,819. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from AKL to GVA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport.
Landing cheap flights from AKL to GVA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GVA instead:
Follow your own route with a Geneve Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and see more of Geneva and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport to the centre of Geneva has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Auckland Airport to Geneve Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AKL to GVA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Geneva, a trip to Zurich will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Basel is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No trip is complete without seeing Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.