Flying from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
When organizing your flight from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's main terminals.
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Milan to Geneve Airport flight.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Milan.
Your flight from Milan to GVA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can take a direct flight from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA) leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Book your direct flight from Milan to Geneve Airport with Gulf Air. This top airline operates departures from MXP.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Gulf Air from MXP to GVA.
MXP is around 48 kilometers from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Geneve Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
68.23% of flights that depart Milano Malpensa Airport reach their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to Geneve Airport, check out these options when taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
BGY is about 64 kilometers from central Milan. It'll take you 1 hour or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your Milan to GVA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
67.49% of flights out of Orio al Serio International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Choosing a plane ticket from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA) with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to lower fares. When departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to GVA:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey time to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 11 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Geneve Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of LIN is 79.56%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
Consider booking a hotel near GVA if you have a late flight from Milan to Geneve Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise to explore Geneva and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Milan to Geneve Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is around 10 kilometers from the center of Geneva. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA)
$32 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Geneve Airport. A return flight starts from $109. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Milan to GVA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA)
June is when most people book flights from Milan to Geneve Airport (GVA). Visit Geneva in November if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Milan to GVA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Geneva to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Milan to Geneve Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Geneva
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Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 225 kilometers north-east to Zurich to tick off its leading attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Basel is another favorite destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometers north-east of Geneva. No journey is complete without visiting Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.
