Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Durham.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RDU to GVA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RDU and GVA:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport flight is $239. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $732. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to GVA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
Consider booking a hotel close to GVA if you're taking a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Geneva Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Geneva Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneva Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from the center of Geneva. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Geneva. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Geneva Airport for August if you want to go to Geneva during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to GVA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Geneva. Around 225 kilometers away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Around 193 kilometers north-east of Geneva, Basel is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.