Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to London: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 39 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to London.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 1 hour behind Geneva.
The busiest route is from Geneve Airport (GVA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Choose from 140 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GVA to LGW is the 06:30 British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:40 with British Airways.
To ensure you catch your flight from GVA to London, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Geneve Airport to London. Set off from GVA and then arrive at any of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London City Airport (LCY)
There's a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Geneve Airport to London, including:
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from GVA to London with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Switzerland. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Geneve Airport to London, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
The journey from central Geneva to GVA takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Geneve Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to GVA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to London
R 604 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to London. A return flight starts at R 1,288. These prices can change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from GVA to London, book your trip 1 month before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Geneve Airport to London is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Geneve Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Geneve Airport to London. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Geneve Airport to London has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from GVA to London, unwind at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Geneve Airport to London. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Geneve Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from GVA to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Geneve Airport to London, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
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