Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 5 hours behind Geneva.
With 10 weekly flights between the two airports, Geneve Airport (GVA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 11:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from GVA to IAD is with United at 11:40.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from GVA to Washington DC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC that touches down at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Geneve Airport to Washington DC.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from GVA to Washington DC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from Switzerland, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Geneve Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
GVA is around 10 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near GVA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Washington DC
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to Washington DC is 265 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 359 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 6 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GVA to Washington DC.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Geneve Airport to Washington DC. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 43 minutes to get there using public transport.
Reserve a hotel near DCA if you're catching a late flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Washington DC is located around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GVA to Washington DC, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Washington DC, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from GVA to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Geneve Airport to Washington DC, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
White House Historical Association and The White House are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Mall.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Washington DC and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Geneve Airport to Washington DC.