Travelling from Bucharest to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport (GVA).
The average duration of a direct flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport is 2 hours 49 minutes.
Geneva is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Geneve Airport is located in Geneva, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Geneve Airport (GVA) is the most popular route. There are 4 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Wizz Air Malta at 17:05. Go for the first OTP to GVA departure operated by Wizz Air Malta at 05:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Bucharest to GVA.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can book a direct flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport (GVA) departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
If you want to leave from OTP, you can take a direct flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport with Wizz Air Malta.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to GVA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GVA:
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneve Airport, Geneva is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Geneve Airport (GVA)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Geneve Airport, $148 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $266. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
Get flight tickets from Bucharest to GVA by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Geneve Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Geneve Airport (GVA)
November is the quietest time to travel to Geneva. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Geneve Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before booking a flight from Bucharest to GVA, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Geneve Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Geneva
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Geneva right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Bucharest to Geneve Airport:
United Nations Office at Geneva and Broken Chair are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Geneva itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at St. Pierre Cathedral.
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