Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is 5 hours behind Geneva, where Geneve Airport is located. Philadelphia operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from GVA to Philadelphia, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from GVA to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Switzerland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Geneva to GVA takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GVA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia is C$535. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$881. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GVA to Philadelphia. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia is about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 44 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near PHL if you're taking a late flight from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. After your flight from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 43 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from GVA to Philadelphia:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia. To skip the crowds, visit Philadelphia in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from GVA to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Philadelphia right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Geneve Airport to Philadelphia:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
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