Flying from Nice Airport (NCE) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Nice and Geneva are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from NCE to GVA start at 06:50 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 22:10 with SWISS. Overall, you can take your pick of 30 weekly Nice Airport to Geneva Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your NCE to GVA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Nice Airport to Geneva 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 passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier that offers NCE to GVA flights. A dependable 85.0% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport. Here are the top stopovers between NCE and GVA:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Airport (NCE) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
$56 is the best price for a one-way Nice Airport to Geneva Airport flight. A return flight starts at $121. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from NCE to GVA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Nice Airport (NCE)
76% of flights taking off from Nice Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Nice Airport from central Nice, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near NCE:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
Reserve a hotel near GVA if you're taking a late Nice Airport to Geneva Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Geneva 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.
Booking your vehicle from Geneva Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneva Airport, Geneva is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 10 minutes.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Geneva in March.
When booking your flight from Nice Airport to Geneva Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Geneva, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NCE to GVA around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Travel around 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to check off its top attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Basel is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No trip is complete without visiting Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.