Paris to Geneva flights
Geneva lies 410 km (255 mi) south-east of Paris, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 17 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.
| Paris | Geneva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | Switzerland |
| Population | 2.1 million | 201,741 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Nearest large airport | ORY, 14 km out | GVA, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Geneva
Crossing from France 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 Paris
Paris is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,975-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG, 23 km), Beauvais-Tillé airport (BVA, 69 km).
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 Paris?
410 km (255 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Paris.
How long does it take to get from Paris to Geneva by air?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Paris and Geneva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Paris to Geneva flights?
Typically Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) 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.