Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Geneva five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a stress-free 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 board your YOW to GVA flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport flight is 244 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 593 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to GVA if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Of the departures from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on schedule at their destination.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you're coming in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near GVA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport to central Geneva has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport. March is the most popular month to visit Geneva. If you want a quieter vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Geneva is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Geneve Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to GVA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to check off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are key highlights.