- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Flights from Geneva to Trieste depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $132 but you can travel from only $41 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest flight covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 2h 40m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 |
Flights per day 31 |
Fastest flight 2h 40m |
First flight 12:15 AM |
Last flight 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$490
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$775
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 36 m
Flights on Sep 20
29
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Geneva to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Trieste will cost around $775 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $490.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Trieste without transferring at least once.
LH1077+
LH9572
LH1077+
EN8820
AF7365 · AF1604+
AF9852
AF7365 · AF1304+
AF9852
AF7371 · AF1104+
AF9851
LH1083+
EN8818
LH1083+
LH9570
LH1077+
LH9572
LH1077+
EN8820
KL1426 · KL1603+
KL3410Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $130 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $130, while a flight costs an average of $746.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$746 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $324 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Trieste:
A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Trieste costing on average $164.
A bus is $616 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Trieste costing on average $746.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 48m.
Bus takes on average 13h 37m.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Trieste flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF7371 · AF1104+ AF9850 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h30 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7371 · AF1504+ AF9850 | 6:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h30 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1605+ KL3462 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h00 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1605+ KL3409 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 16h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1426 · KL1607+ KL3409 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 16h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1083+ LH9570 | 6:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h00 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1213+ LH9570 | 8:30 AM Geneva International Airport | 5h25 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1213+ EN8818 | 8:30 AM Geneva International Airport | 5h25 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2247+ LH4166+ LH5172 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH103+ LH9572 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h25 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH1868+ LH5170 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247 · LH1868+ LH5172 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2247+ LH5186 · LH5172 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h25 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7361 · AF1504+ AF9850 | 9:45 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h45 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7361 · AF1304+ AF9852 | 9:45 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h10 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7361 · AF1504+ AF9852 | 9:45 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h10 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1428 · KL1607+ KL3409 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1428 · KL1605+ KL3462 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h35 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1428 · KL1605+ KL3409 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 13h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5745+ LH9570 | 10:15 AM Geneva International Airport | 3h40 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7363 · AF1504+ AF9850 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h10 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7363 · AF1504+ AF9852 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7363 · AF1304+ AF9852 | 10:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
EN8911 · EN8820 | 10:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h30 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5673 · LH9572 | 10:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h30 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7365 · AF1304+ AF9852 | 11:20 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249+ LH4166+ LH5172 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h55 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249+ LH113+ LH9572 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h55 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249+ LH115+ LH9572 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h55 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2249+ LH5186 · LH5172 | 1:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h55 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1432 · KL1607+ KL3409 | 2:05 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h50 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5759+ LH9572 | 2:20 PM Geneva International Airport | 7h35 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1077+ LH9572 | 2:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h20 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ3853+ AZ573 · AZ1363 | 2:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 8h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ3853 · AZ7189+ AZ1363 | 2:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 8h00 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1079+ LH9570 | 6:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 19h10 | 2:00 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ577 · AZ1363 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 3h50 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Trieste by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Geneva to Trieste flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Trieste airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Geneva International Airport is 1 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Geneva International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Geneva International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneva International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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