Manchester, Greater Manchester to Geneva (MAN–GVA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAN–GVA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet, Ethiopian Airlines and Jet2.com lead the route. The flight covers 617 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 88 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 19 | 320 | 1h53-1h55 | – | – | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 4 | 359 | 1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Geneva from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→GVA | LPL→GVA | LBA→GVA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 24 mi | 44 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 2 | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 42m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · GVA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 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.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–GVA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to GVA
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Jet2.com and easyJet. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAN to GVA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to GVA ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 617 miles (992 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 45 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
88 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BFS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL), Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).