Madrid to Geneva flights
Geneva lies 1,023 km (636 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Madrid | Geneva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Switzerland |
| Population | 3.3 million | 201,741 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Nearest large airport | MAD, 14 km out | GVA, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Geneva
Crossing from Spain into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Airports at each end
Leaving Madrid
Madrid is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 14,271-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Geneva
Geneva is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Geneva International Airport (GVA), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,795-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, 97 km), Annecy Meythet airport (NCY, 31 km), Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (CMF, 66 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva International Airport | GVA | 5 km (3 mi) | 12,795 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | LYS | 97 km (60 mi) | 13,124 ft | 821 ft |
| Annecy Meythet airport (regional) | NCY | 31 km (19 mi) | 5,348 ft | 1,521 ft |
| Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (regional) | CMF | 66 km (41 mi) | 6,628 ft | 779 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Geneva from Madrid?
1,023 km (636 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid.
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Geneva by air?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Geneva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madrid to Geneva flights?
Typically Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA); Geneva also has LYS, NCY, CMF.
What currency do I need in Geneva?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.