London to Geneva (LHR–GVA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LHR–GVA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways and Swiss lead the route. The flight covers 469 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: B6, CX, JL, MH, QR | 49 | 319, 320, 32N | 1h35-2h15 | – | Oneworld | B6, CX, JL, MH, QR |
| LX Swiss Also: NH | 34 | 223 | 1h35-1h45 | – | Star Alliance | NH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Geneva from London
| Metric | LHR→GVA | LCY→GVA | LGW→GVA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 22 mi | 25 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 108 | – | 31 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 35m | 1h 33m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: BST · GVA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Geneva.
British passport holders enter Switzerland (a Schengen member though not in the EU) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit.
Border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds (Switzerland suggests CHF 100 per day). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen states, so days spent in EU Schengen countries count toward the same clock. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026 and will apply to Switzerland.
Direct flights from London to Zurich run about 1 hour 50 minutes, to Geneva about 1 hour 40 minutes. SWISS, British Airways, and easyJet all operate nonstops. Switzerland uses the Swiss franc (CHF), trading at roughly 0.88 CHF per $1. Euros are accepted in many tourist areas and large retailers but change is given in francs. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. The UK-Swiss Services Mobility Agreement (2025) provides a framework for business travel beyond 90 days, but tourism stays remain capped at 90/180.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–GVA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to GVA
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Swiss. With 108 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LHR to GVA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to GVA is about 1 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 469 miles (754 km). There are approximately 108 weekly flights outbound and 131 return, totaling 239 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Luxembourg-Findel, Brussels and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LCY), London (LGW) and Luton, Luton (LTN).