Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Geneva is one hour behind Helsinki and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from 14 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight available. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 16:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to GVA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Geneva (and then discovering more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular airline has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport.
Finnair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating HEL to GVA flights, Finnair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport. These are the top stopovers between HEL and GVA:
Frankfurt Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport flight is R 1,544. A round-trip fare right now is R 3,382. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to GVA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights leaving from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HEL:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near GVA:
Grab a Geneve Airport rental car and explore Geneva and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
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.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Geneva based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Geneve Airport, think about the kind 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 HEL to GVA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-east of Geneva, a trip to Zurich will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Basel is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No journey is complete without visiting Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.