Travelling from Osaka to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Osaka has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Geneve Airport (GVA) taking off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Geneva is eight hours behind Osaka. Geneve Airport is located in Geneva, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Osaka to GVA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more travellers during high season, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Osaka to GVA departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Geneve Airport? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are near Kansai International Airport. They're an especially great option if you're taking off early.
Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% touch down on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
ITM is approximately 16 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to GVA flight:
Itami Airport has an on-time performance of 77.41%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Is around UKB 40 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Osaka to Geneve Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Kobe Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving when they should, UKB is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
The address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
Have a late flight from Osaka to Geneve Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near GVA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up a Geneve Airport rental car and explore Geneva and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Osaka to Geneve Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Geneva. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Geneve Airport (GVA)
At the moment, RM1,287 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Geneve Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,024. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Osaka to GVA, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Geneve Airport (GVA)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. November is the quietest month to visit Geneva. June is when most people book flights from Osaka to Geneve Airport (GVA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Osaka to GVA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Geneve Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Geneva
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Geneva right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Osaka to Geneve Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Geneva when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at CERN followed by Geneva, Switzerland and Jets d'eau.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Journey about 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Switzerland, head for Basel, about 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster are key highlights.