Geneva to Zaventem (GVA–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GVA–BRU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Brussels Airlines, Swiss and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 331 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 79 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Brussels Airlines | 15 | 319, 320 | 1h15-1h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| LX Swiss | 14 | 223 | 1h15-1h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| U2 easyJet | 10 | 320 | 1h20 | – | – | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 1 | 359 | 1h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zaventem from Geneva
| Metric | GVA→BRU | LYS→BRU | MXP→BRU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GVA | – | 60 mi | 133 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 40 | 29 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 25m | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
GVA: CET · BRU: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem.
Both Switzerland and Belgium are Schengen member states. Swiss citizens can enter, live, and work in Belgium without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
GVA–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GVA to BRU
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines, Swiss, Brussels Airlines and easyJet. With 40 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GVA to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GVA to BRU ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes to 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 331 miles (532 km). There are approximately 40 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
79 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via STN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône (LYS) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).