Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Geneva.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GVA to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between GVA and LAX:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is $782. A return plane ticket right now is $1,253. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GVA to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Geneva Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Geneva Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near GVA:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider booking a hotel near LAX if you have a late Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in March.
Book your flight from Geneva Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to go to Los Angeles during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GVA to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.