Geneva to London (GVA–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GVA–LGW is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet, British Airways and Swiss lead the route. The flight covers 444 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 80 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 60 | 319, 320, 321 | 1h20-1h40 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 25 | 320, 321 | 1h40-1h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| LX Swiss | 2 | 221 | 1h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 1 | 7S8 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Geneva
| Metric | GVA→LGW | CMF→LGW | LYS→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GVA | – | 43 mi | 60 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 88 | 5 | 40 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 40m | 1h 18m |
Travel Essentials
GVA: CET · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 5:00 PM in London.
Swiss passport holders enter the UK visa-free for stays up to 6 months as visitors. Since the UK left the EU, Swiss citizens must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is linked to the passport digitally. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. E-gates at major UK airports are available to Swiss passport holders.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
GVA–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GVA to LGW
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, Britannia Airways Ltd., Swiss and easyJet. With 88 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GVA to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GVA to LGW ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 444 miles (715 km). There are approximately 88 weekly flights outbound and 89 return, totaling 177 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
80 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ORK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chambéry (CMF), Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône (LYS) and Grenoble (GNB).