Flying from Chicago to Geneva Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Geneva Airport is located in Geneva. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to GVA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to GVA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 27 kilometers from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Geneva Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the center of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometers or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to GVA flight:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometers or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Geneva Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Geneva Airport (GVA)
Reserve a hotel near GVA if you have a late flight from Chicago to Geneva Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Geneva Airport flight.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneva Airport is around 5 kilometers from central Geneva. How long it takes to get there in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Traveling by public transport takes around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Geneva Airport is AED 1,056. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,972. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to GVA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Geneva Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Chicago to GVA.
Find the best deal on a flight from Chicago to Geneva Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Chicago to Geneva Airport (GVA)
November is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Geneva Airport (GVA), while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Geneva based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Geneva is August, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Chicago to GVA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Geneva Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Geneva
Start your Geneva trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Geneva Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. CERN, Jets d'eau and The Geneva Water Fountain are top attractions which should feature on any good Geneva itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
Geneva will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometers northeast of Geneva, a trip to Zurich will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Basel is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometers northeast of Geneva. No journey is complete without dropping by Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
