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Flight deals from Istanbul to Geneva

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Geneva? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Geneva.R 1,610 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,610, select.
Geneva.R 1,770 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,770, select.
Geneva.R 1,800 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,800, select.
Geneva.R 1,868 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,868, select.
Geneva.R 1,869 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,869, select.
Geneva.R 1,869 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,869, select.
Geneva.R 1,889 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,889, select.
Geneva.R 1,923 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,923, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Geneva

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Geneva flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jun
from R 1,770
Jul
from R 1,868
Aug
from R 2,844
Sep
from R 2,052
Oct
from R 1,800
Nov
from R 2,278
Dec
from R 1,923
Jan
from R 1,610
Feb
from R 1,869
Mar
from R 1,869
Apr
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May
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Direct flights from Istanbul to Geneva

Istanbul to Geneva: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Geneva below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Geneva.

Istanbul to Geneva: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,610
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week88

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Geneva: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Geneva is R 3,525. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Geneva.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Geneva.
As of June 2025, there are 99 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Geneva.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Geneva is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Geneva Airport on Friday, 16 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Geneva but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Geneva is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Geneva.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Geneva's timezone is UTC+1, making Geneva two hours behind Istanbul.

  • You can choose from 29 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 15:55.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to GVA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Geneva — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and GVA:

    • Pristina International Airport

    • Skopje International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Geneve Airport (GVA)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport flight is R 1,610. A round-trip fare right now is R 3,525. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to GVA.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from IST to GVA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:

Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GVA if you're on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Pick up a Geneve Airport rental car and discover Geneva and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva

  • Geneve Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Geneva. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Geneva in November.

  • When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Geneve Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from IST to GVA in January if you want to travel in 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 corners of Switzerland waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Geneva, a visit to Zurich will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are the start of reasons to visit.

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