Travelling from Nairobi to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Geneve Airport (GVA) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Nairobi. Geneve Airport is located in Geneva.
To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to GVA, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to GVA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Geneve Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Nairobi to GVA flight? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Geneve Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near GVA and hit the pillow fast:
Go where the road takes you with a Geneve Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and discover more of Geneva and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Geneve Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Central Geneva is around 10 kilometres from Geneve Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Geneve Airport (GVA)
₹ 33,509 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Geneve Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 43,585. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to GVA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Nairobi to Geneve Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find the best deal on a flight from Nairobi to Geneve Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Geneve Airport (GVA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Geneve Airport (GVA). Visit Geneva in November for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Nairobi to GVA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Geneve Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 7ºC.
More about Geneva
Start your Geneva trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Geneve Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Geneva trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include CERN, Geneva, Switzerland and Jets d'eau.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Basel is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No journey is complete without dropping by Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.
