Travelling from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Buffalo.
To ensure you get on your BUF to GVA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BUF and GVA include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport flight is $470. A round-trip ticket right now is $951. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BUF to GVA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BUF to GVA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara Airport, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Buffalo Niagara Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUF:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
Consider staying in a hotel near GVA if you're catching a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Geneva Airport rental car and discover Geneva and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Geneva Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Geneva. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Geneva Airport for August if you'd like to visit Geneva during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUF to GVA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Switzerland, consider Basel, about 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz are among its highlights.
