Flying from Geneva Airport (GVA) to New York: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Geneva Airport to New York.
Geneva Airport is located in Geneva. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is six hours behind Geneva.
The busiest route is from Geneva Airport (GVA) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. SWISS offers a 11:40 departure between GVA and JFK.
Leave plenty of time to make your GVA to New York flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct Geneva Airport to New York ticket. Start your journey at GVA and arrive at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can choose from various carriers that operate direct flights from Geneva Airport to New York, such as:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GVA to New York. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Geneva to GVA takes about 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near GVA? If you're boarding an early flight from Geneva Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Geneva Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to New York
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to New York flight is Rs78,665. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs135,419. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from GVA to New York. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Geneva Airport to New York ticket.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Geneva Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from GVA to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Geneva Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
After stepping off your GVA to New York flight, kick back at a hotel near EWR. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Geneva Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey takes about 55 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your GVA to New York flight:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Geneva Airport to New York to access the best rates.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Geneva Airport to New York. July is the most popular month for a trip to New York. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Geneva Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GVA to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Geneva Airport to New York, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.