Travelling from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA).
3 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Reykjavik to Geneve Airport flight.
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Geneve Airport is located in Geneva.
You can pick from 2 direct services each week between Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Geneve Airport (GVA). This is the most popular route, with Icelandair offering a 7:20am departure from KEF to GVA.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to GVA.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Get there in one go from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of KEF, you can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport with Icelandair.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between KEF and GVA is Icelandair.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to GVA that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between KEF and GVA include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
KEF is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Keflavik International Airport:
66.96% of flights leaving from Keflavik International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Reykjavik to GVA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Reykjavik International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.1%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GVA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Geneva and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Geneve Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Geneva. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Right now, Rs19,894 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs45,095. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Reykjavik to GVA, book your flight ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Reykjavik to Geneve Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA)
November is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport (GVA), while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Geneva based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Geneva is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 29ºC. Book your Reykjavik to GVA flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 7ºC.
More about Geneva
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Geneve Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Geneva:
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Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've seen Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Basel is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No journey is complete without visiting Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.