Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to New York: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 53 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to New York.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 5 hours behind Geneva.
With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, Geneve Airport (GVA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 11:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from GVA to JFK is with Delta at 12:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from GVA to New York.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to New York are available for booking. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is where you'll complete your journey.
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Geneve Airport to New York. Head off on your trip with any of these:
We make it easy to plan a flight from GVA to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you have a passport from Switzerland, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Geneve Airport to New York for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Geneva to GVA takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to GVA? If you're catching an early flight from Geneve Airport to New York, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to New York
Rs54,642 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to New York. Return flights start at Rs86,403. These prices can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from GVA to New York by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Geneve Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near EWR if you have a late flight from Geneve Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The centre of New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Geneve Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 48 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from GVA to New York, unwind at a hotel near JFK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Geneve Airport to New York. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to New York in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Geneve Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from GVA to New York sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Geneve Airport to New York:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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