Flying from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is nine hours behind Geneva, where Geneva Airport is located. Seattle observes the UTC-8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your GVA to Seattle flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from GVA to Seattle with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GVA is around 5 kilometers from central Geneva. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near GVA? If you've booked an early flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Geneva Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Seattle
AED 1,650 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 2,686. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GVA to Seattle if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Geneva Airport to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from GVA to Seattle.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes about 25 minutes by car. The center is roughly 23 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your flight from GVA to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is about 40 kilometers from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). After your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PAE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your GVA to Seattle flight:
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from PAE as soon as your plans are confirmed.
King County International Airport (BFI)
King County International Airport (BFI) is around 11 kilometers from the center of Seattle. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the city center by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle.
If you're traveling on public transport, the journey takes about 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BFI and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late GVA to Seattle flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle is a good move. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month to visit Seattle. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Geneva Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from GVA to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Geneva Airport to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometers away to the south, its top attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another essential stop in the United States and is around 370 kilometers east of Seattle. No trip is complete without a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
