Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport.
Geneva is one hour behind Athens and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are 21 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, jump on the 08:20 Aegean Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:45 with SWISS.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ATH to GVA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can travel nonstop to Geneva, Switzerland. Jet off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ATH to GVA flights, with 79.58% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and GVA:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Zakinthos Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Right now, R 667 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,511. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from ATH to GVA by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ATH to GVA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near GVA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Geneva and beyond.
Booking your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneve Airport, Geneva is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Geneve Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to GVA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are key highlights.