Travelling from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA): What you need to know
Oslo has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA) departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
2 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Oslo to Geneve Airport flight.
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Oslo.
You can pick from 8 direct flights a week between Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Geneve Airport (GVA). This is the busiest route, with SAS offering a 6am departure from OSL to GVA.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Oslo to GVA. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Take the express route from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL). Direct flights from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA) operate from here.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Oslo to Geneve Airport out of OSL include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Norwegian Air Shuttle from OSL to GVA.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is SWISS.
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Whether you're catching an early flight from Oslo to Geneve Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
71.98% of flights leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen reach their destination on schedule.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to GVA flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.77%.
About Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Geneve Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near GVA:
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 you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Oslo to Geneve Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneve Airport, central Geneva is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Geneve Airport is C$48. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$109. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Oslo to GVA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Oslo to Geneve Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Oslo to Geneve Airport (GVA). Visit Geneva in November for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Geneva is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Oslo to GVA flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to Geneve Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Geneva
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Geneve Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Geneva:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. CERN, Geneva, Switzerland and Jets d'eau are top sights which should be on any good Geneva itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey about 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to tick off its top attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva, Basel is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.