Geneva to Zurich (GVA–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GVA–ZRH is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways, ITA Airways and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 143 miles in approximately 0h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 79 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 21 | 320, 32B, 32N | 0h50-0h55 | – | – | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 14 | 223, 32N | 0h50-0h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 320 | 0h55 | – | Oneworld | – |
| LX Swiss | 7 | 223 | 1h | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AI Air India | 4 | 223 | 0h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zurich from Geneva
| Metric | GVA→ZRH | MXP→ZRH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GVA | – | 133 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 49 |
| Flight time | 0h 50m | 1h |
Travel Essentials
GVA: CET · ZRH: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 6:00 PM in Zurich.
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
GVA–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GVA to ZRH
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, ITA Airways, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Swiss. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GVA to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GVA to ZRH ranges from 0 hours 50 minutes to 1 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 143 miles (230 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 74 return, totaling 127 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
79 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BHX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ferno (VA) (MXP).