Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia is six hours behind Geneva and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your GVA to PHL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GVA and PHL:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is R 5,300. A round-trip ticket is currently R 9,991. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from GVA to PHL, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from GVA to PHL.
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Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)
Of the departures from Geneva Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Central Geneva to Geneva Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near GVA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're arriving on a late Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Philadelphia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Geneva Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Philadelphia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GVA to PHL in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
