Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to San Diego: what you need to know
San Diego is 8 hours behind Geneva, where Geneve Airport is located. San Diego operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from GVA to San Diego.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from GVA to San Diego, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
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To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Switzerland. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Geneve Airport to San Diego.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Geneva, GVA can be reached in about 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to San Diego
C$503 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to San Diego. Return flights start at C$1,033. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GVA to San Diego if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Geneve Airport to San Diego. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The centre of San Diego is around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). As soon as your flight from Geneve Airport to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from GVA to San Diego:
Best time to go to San Diego
July is the busiest month for flights from Geneve Airport to San Diego. To avoid the crowds, head for San Diego in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Geneve Airport to San Diego in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from GVA to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
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San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your San Diego must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out SeaWorld San Diego.
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