Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Brussels and Geneva share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from BRU to GVA start at 06:40 — the earliest with Brussels Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:40 with SWISS. In total, there are 55 weekly Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BRU to GVA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport, so jetting off to Geneva (and then discovering more of Switzerland!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates BRU to GVA flights is SWISS. Its services arrive as scheduled 70.13% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between BRU and GVA include:
Zurich Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport flight is P2,456. A return fare is currently P4,672. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRU to GVA.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BRU to GVA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on time at their destination.
Brussels Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you're arriving on a late Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near GVA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Geneve Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Geneva and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Geneva. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Geneva is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Brussels Airport to Geneve Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to GVA in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Geneva, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Travel around 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to tick off its leading attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva, Basel is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.