Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport (GVA) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is 4 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Geneve Airport is located in Geneva.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to GVA, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Rio De Janeiro to GVA with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between GIG and GVA include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
GIG is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GVA instead:
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Geneva. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Book a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport from Rs118,063 or travel return from just Rs233,911. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to GVA. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport (GVA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Geneva in November when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Rio De Janeiro to GVA for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Geneva to range from 10ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Geneva
After locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Geneva:
One of the best ways to get to know Geneva is to check out its top attractions. Highlights include United Nations Office at Geneva, Broken Chair and St. Pierre Cathedral.
Complete your Geneva trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Geneve Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Geneva and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.