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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Flights from Salzburg to Geneva depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $150 (€121) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:40. The fastest flight covers the 342 miles (552 km) distance in 2h 10m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 342 miles (552 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€121) |
Flights per day 20 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$488
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$831
Fastest journey on Aug 30
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
3 h 35 m
Flights on Aug 30
29
Distance
552 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Salzburg to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Geneva will cost around $831 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $488.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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LH1109 · LH1076
LH1103 · LH1078
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LH5746Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $103 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. 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 $103, while a flight costs an average of $596.
Distance: 342 miles (552 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$596 Average price | $189 Average price | $103 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 23m Average total duration 14h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Salzburg to Geneva:
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Geneva costing on average $189 (€153).
A bus is $494 (€400) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Geneva costing on average $596 (€484).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 39m.
Bus takes on average 14h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Geneva flights for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1109+ LH5746 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 16h05 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1109 · LH1076 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 7h30 | 1:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1109+ LH5672 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 3h30 | 9:50 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1109+ EN8910 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 3h30 | 9:50 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1109 · LH98+ LH2248 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 6h00 | 12:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1109 · LH96+ LH2248 | 6:20 AM Salzburg Airport | 6h00 | 12:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
NJ 40421+ OS155+ REX17144 | 7:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 12h03 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX19929 · RJX19979+ OS155 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h58 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 545+ OS155 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h54 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
NJ 469+ LX3557+ LX2816+ REX17146 | 7:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 14h25 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 3 transfers | |
NJ 469+ LX3569+ LX2816+ REX17146 | 7:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 14h25 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 3 transfers | |
NJ 469+ OS155+ REX17146 | 7:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h35 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX 265+ RJ 657+ OS155 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h58 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX 265+ RJ 657+ LX3557+ LX2816 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 13h48 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJX 265+ RJ 657+ LX3569+ LX2816 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 13h48 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJX19975+ RJ 659+ OS155 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h58 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 641+ LX3569+ LX2816 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h44 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 641+ OS155 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h54 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1103 · LH108 · LH2250 | 10:30 AM Salzburg Airport | 6h40 | 5:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1103 · LH1076 | 10:30 AM Salzburg Airport | 3h20 | 1:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1103 · LH1078 | 10:30 AM Salzburg Airport | 7h40 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX19983+ LX3557+ LX2818 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h13 | 10:20 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX19983+ LX3557+ LX2816 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h48 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX19983+ OS155 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h58 | 7:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1105 · LH1078 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 3h50 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1105+ LH5746 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 8h05 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1105 · LH1082 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 9h00 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1105 · LH116+ LH9444 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 5h55 | 8:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1105 · LH116+ EN8076 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 5h55 | 8:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1105 · LH114+ LH9444 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 5h55 | 8:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1105 · LH114+ EN8076 | 2:20 PM Salzburg Airport | 5h55 | 8:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1107 · LH1082 | 7:00 PM Salzburg Airport | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1107+ LH5746 | 7:00 PM Salzburg Airport | 3h25 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Most Salzburg to Geneva flights use the Salzburg Airport to Geneva International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Geneva airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Salzburg Airport is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg 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 terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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