Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your ORD to GVA flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between ORD and GVA include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport flight is 265 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 538 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from ORD to GVA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to GVA.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
If you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GVA:
Travel at your own speed with a Geneva Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and chase adventure across Geneva and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Geneva Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Geneva based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Geneva Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to GVA in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-east of Geneva, a visit to Zurich will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz are the start of reasons to visit.