Flying from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Beijing is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
10 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Beijing to Geneve Airport flight.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Beijing.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Geneve Airport (GVA). There are 5 direct services every week. Air China operates a 2:50am departure between PEK and GVA.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to GVA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Reach your destination without the detour from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Direct flights from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA) are available from here.
When taking off from PEK, you can take a direct flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport with Air China.
The most frequently booked airline between PEK and GVA is Air China.
Air China ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 90.0% of services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Beijing to GVA with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PEK and GVA include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch an early flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
When it comes to Beijing Capital International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport. Here's where you can connect between Daxing International Airport and GVA:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Beijing to GVA flight? Check in to a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that depart Daxing International Airport reach their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GVA instead:
Grab a Geneve Airport rental car and discover Geneva and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Beijing to Geneve Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Geneva. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA)
At the moment, Rs90,670 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Geneve Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs147,551. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Beijing to GVA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Beijing to Geneve Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Beijing to GVA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to go to Geneva. June is when most people book flights from Beijing to Geneve Airport (GVA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Beijing to GVA flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Geneve Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 7ºC.
More about Geneva
After booking your flight from Beijing to Geneve Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Geneva:
Your Geneva visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you won't want to miss include CERN, Geneva, Switzerland and Jets d'eau.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Geneva, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to check off its top sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Basel is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No trip is complete without experiencing Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.
