Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing.
Geneva Airport is located in Geneva. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is seven hours ahead of Geneva.
With four weekly departures between the two airports, Geneva Airport (GVA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Board Air China's 12:20 flight to get your trip from GVA to PEK underway.
To avoid missing your GVA to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Geneva Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your trip at GVA and touch down at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Book your seat with Air China. This popular airline offers direct flights from Geneva Airport to Beijing.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from GVA to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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The journey from central Geneva to GVA takes around 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near GVA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Geneva Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Beijing
$869 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Geneva Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is $1,097. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book four months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GVA to Beijing.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Geneva Airport to Beijing tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from GVA to Beijing. If you're going away during a busy period, book even earlier to get the best deal.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near PKX. Kick back and get cosy after your GVA to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing. August is the most popular month to visit Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Geneva Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GVA to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 4ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Geneva Airport to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just two of the top attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without dropping by Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.