Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Geneva.
Your GVA to STN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport, so jetting to London (and then seeing more of the United Kingdom!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating GVA to STN flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GVA and STN include:
Nice Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Biarritz Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport flight is R 761. A round-trip fare right now is R 1,567. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GVA to STN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)
When it comes to Geneva Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Geneva Airport from central Geneva, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GVA? If you're catching an early flight from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)
Book a hotel close to STN if you have a late Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a London Stansted Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Stansted Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)
The quietest month for a flight from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Geneva Airport to London Stansted Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GVA to STN in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.