Flying from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva is nine hours ahead of Ontario and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your ONT to GVA flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Geneva Airport flight is 319 €. A return ticket is currently 764 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ONT to GVA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Ontario International Airport (ONT)
ONT is located at 2900 E. Airport Drive.
Ontario International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart ONT land on time.
Ontario International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Ontario. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ONT? If you've booked an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Geneva Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
If you're arriving on a late Ontario International Airport to Geneva Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GVA:
Pick up a Geneva Airport rental car and discover Geneva and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Geneva Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneva Airport, Geneva is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Ontario International Airport to Geneva Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Ontario International Airport to Geneva Airport for August if you'd like to visit Geneva during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ONT to GVA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres north-east of Geneva, a visit to Zurich will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva, Basel is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.