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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.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich Airport to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Geneva will cost around €226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 7 flights from Zurich Airport to Geneva, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct flights cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Nov 13 the longest flights will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Flights from Zurich Airport to Geneva depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €55 by train.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:15, the last at 20:45. The fastest flight covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 50m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Flights per day 36 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 5:15 AM |
Last flight 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich Airport to Geneva.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Geneva flights for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA713 · BA748 | 12:45 PM Zurich Airport | 7h45 | 8:30 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA713 · BA742 | 12:45 PM Zurich Airport | 5h10 | 5:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2806 | 12:55 PM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 1:45 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2369+ 4Y624 | 1:35 PM Zurich Airport | 4h20 | 5:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX3620+ LH4264 | 1:35 PM Zurich Airport | 18h55 | 8:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX3620+ 4Y620 | 1:35 PM Zurich Airport | 18h55 | 8:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2369+ LH4276 | 1:35 PM Zurich Airport | 4h20 | 5:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX4804+ LX3669 | 2:25 PM Zurich Airport | 3h15 | 5:40 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA752+ BA8766 | 2:50 PM Zurich Airport | 8h15 | 11:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2814 | 2:55 PM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 3:45 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1615 · AF7370 | 2:55 PM Zurich Airport | 7h20 | 10:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9763 · EW9412 | 3:45 PM Zurich Airport | 4h10 | 7:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1024+ LX4451 | 4:30 PM Zurich Airport | 3h35 | 8:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA717 · BA752 | 4:30 PM Zurich Airport | 6h35 | 11:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2808 | 4:50 PM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 5:40 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SN2734 · SN3593 | 5:35 PM Zurich Airport | 4h55 | 10:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2810 | 5:55 PM Zurich Airport | 0h55 | 6:50 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1195+ LH4590 | 6:10 PM Zurich Airport | 4h50 | 11:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1195+ 4Y614 | 6:10 PM Zurich Airport | 4h50 | 11:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1815 · AF7370 | 6:50 PM Zurich Airport | 3h25 | 10:15 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1197+ 4Y614 | 7:50 PM Zurich Airport | 3h10 | 11:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1197+ LH4590 | 7:50 PM Zurich Airport | 3h10 | 11:00 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2373+ 4Y620 | 8:25 PM Zurich Airport | 12h05 | 8:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2373+ LH4264 | 8:25 PM Zurich Airport | 12h05 | 8:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2816 | 9:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 9:50 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1229 · VY8124 | 9:20 PM Zurich Airport | 11h45 | 9:05 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 13 | |||||
![]() | 6:40 AM Zurich Airport | 7h25 | 2:05 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Geneva’s historic heart has narrow lanes, small squares, and centuries of architecture, making it the city’s essential walking district.
A lakeside promenade with gardens, monuments, and classic views of the Jet d’Eau, perfect for an easy first walk in Geneva.
A scenic lakeside English-style garden known for flowers, waterfront paths, and the famous Flower Clock near the city center.
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Raclette is melted cheese scraped onto potatoes, pickles, and onions. It is a beloved Swiss alpine specialty widely enjoyed in Geneva.
A comforting potato and cheese gratin from western Switzerland. Geneva versions often feature local tomme or Gruyère-style cheeses.
Refined fine dining by Lake Geneva with polished service and French-influenced cuisine in an elegant luxury hotel setting.
Elegant gastronomic restaurant inside Hotel Beau-Rivage, known for classic French technique, seasonal menus, and formal lakeside dining.
Historic traditional brasserie known for Geneva classics, generous portions, and an old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Geneva is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are costly, though efficient public transport and supermarket meals can reduce visitor spending.
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Most Zurich Airport to Geneva flights use the Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich Airport and Geneva airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Zurich Airport is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zurich 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 2 hours; additional time can be purchased. ATMs are located in Arrival and Departureas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zurich Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zurich Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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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