Geneva to Newark (GVA–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GVA–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,868 miles in approximately 8h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, SN | 7 | 763 | 8h39 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Geneva
| Metric | GVA→EWR | MXP→EWR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GVA | – | 133 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 35 |
| Flight time | 8h 55m | 8h 50m |
Travel Essentials
GVA: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Switzerland is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swiss passport holders need an approved ESTA to enter the US. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries.
ESTA permits stays up to 90 days per visit. You cannot extend or change your immigration status while on ESTA. If denied, you must apply for a B1/B2 visa at the US Embassy in Bern. At the border, CBP officers may ask about your travel purpose, return ticket, and accommodation. Your passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
GVA–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GVA to EWR
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GVA to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GVA to EWR is about 8 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,868 miles (6,225 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Paris-Orly, Charles de Gaulle and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ferno (VA) (MXP).