Geneva to San Jose (GVA–SJC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TWY TWY
GA7C
2:03 PM
CEST
4:10 PM
PDT
11h 7m
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Geneva to San Jose
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 5,824 mi 11h 7m nonstop -9h behind

GVA–SJC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. The flight covers 5,824 miles in approximately 11h 7m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from San Jose (SJC) San Jose to Geneva flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GVA–SJC service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TWY TWY 1 GA7C 11h07 – – –
Aircraft on this route
GA7C Gulfstream G700 – TWY
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: TWY (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GVA to SJC direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
1
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GVA to SJC.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
0
Hubs
–
Fastest
–
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
213
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
GVA → SJC
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
Return
SJC → GVA
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SJC delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach San Jose from Geneva

Nearby airports with service to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Metric GVA→SJC DIJ→SJC
Distance from GVA – 86 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 11h 7m 9h 43m
Dijon (DIJ) to San Jose flights
Airports within 200 miles of GVA with service to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
San Jose is 9 hours behind Geneva.
GVA: CEST · SJC: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 9:00 AM in San Jose.
Distance & Flight Time
5,824 mi / 9,372 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 7m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

GVA–SJC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Geneva to San Jose route.
Route details
Distance5,824 mi / 9,372 km
Flight time11h 7m
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: GVA
Full nameGeneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA / ICAOGVA / LSGG
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation1,411 ft / 430 m
Destination: SJC
Full nameNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GVA to SJC flights.
Nonstop flights from Geneva Cointrin International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport take about 11h 7m gate to gate. The route covers 5,824 miles.
1 airline operates flights from GVA to SJC.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to SJC and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
San Jose is 9 hours behind Geneva.
Yes, return flights from SJC to GVA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DIJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from GVA to SJC

Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) are connected by nonstop service. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

GVA to SJC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GVA to SJC is about 11 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,824 miles (9,372 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dijon (DIJ).