Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Beijing: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is seven hours ahead of Geneva.
The busiest route is from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from five weekly services between these two airports. Air China offers a 12:20 departure between GVA and PEK.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your GVA to Beijing flight.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Geneve Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll complete your journey.
Air China is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Geneve Airport to Beijing.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from GVA to Beijing. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
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Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Geneva, GVA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near GVA:
When it comes to Geneve Airport's on-time performance, 65.81% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Beijing
Rs92,687 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Beijing flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs173,788. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from GVA to Beijing by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Geneve Airport to Beijing tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel close to PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Go beyond Beijing and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from GVA to Beijing. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your GVA to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Beijing in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Geneve Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GVA to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Geneve Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without seeing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.