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You can fly direct with easyJet and Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 1h 53m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $181 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Geneva (MAN-GVA)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manchester to Geneva flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Geneva?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Geneva, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Geneva?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Geneva at $153 round-trip.
  • July ($245) and August ($239) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Manchester to Geneva the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Geneva are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Manchester to Geneva

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Ethiopian Air

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Manchester to Geneva flights

Low season

October
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.

When to book flights from Manchester to Geneva

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Your Manchester to Geneva flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I get to Manchester Airport via public transport?

    Manchester Airport is well connected by local and regional buses. Bus 43 from Piccadilly Gardens, as well as the Stagecoach from the city centre, operate a 24h service. Metrolink trams have a stop at the airport 5 to 15min away from the terminals and have 92 stops throughout Greater Manchester. Trains also have a stop inside the airport, running every 10min from Manchester Piccadilly Station in the city centre, seven days a week.

  • Are there onsite hotels at Geneva Airport?

    No, there are no hotels within the airport, but there are some close by ibis Styles Geneve Palexpo Aeroport is around a 10min walk from the airport; Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre, ibis Geneve Aeroport and Nash Airport Hotel are all also nearby and provide free shuttles every 15 or 20min.

  • What are my public transport options from Geneva Airport?

    Geneva Airport offers all arriving passengers a free "Tout Geneve" ticket that is valid for 80min on Geneva’s UNIRESO public transportation network, including travel by train, boat, bus, and tram. Tickets can be obtained from any of the two distributors situated in the Baggage Claim Area. The airport’s Swiss Railways Station can be reached from Departures and Arrivals in about 5min by walking, and trains take roughly 7min to reach the city centre of Geneva. TPG buses stop in front of and beside the train station and run every 8 to 15min during peak hours.

  • What family services are available at the airports?

    Manchester Airport has baby changing facilities near women’s restrooms and a children’s play area at Departure Gate 213, airside, within Terminal 2. Passengers with children in strollers are also allowed free use of the fast lane through security checkpoints. Geneva Airport has a children's area in the transit mezzanine level with games, a kitchen, a breastfeeding area, baby changing facilities, and children's restrooms, and there’s a children’s playground between Gate A5 and A8.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Manchester to Geneva flights?

    Among airlines operating Manchester to Geneva flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Manchester to Geneva?

    2 airlines operate flights between Manchester and Geneva. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • easyJet
    • Ethiopian Air

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Geneva?

    Flights from Manchester to Geneva usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Geneva Geneve-Cointrin (GVA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manchester to Geneva flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manchester to Geneva.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Manchester to Geneva?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $181 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to $199 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $24–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Geneva pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manchester to Geneva most commonly connect through:

    • Zurich (ZRH) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Zurich (ZRH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Manchester to Geneva route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $166 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $232, a difference of $66. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Manchester to Geneva?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Manchester to Geneva route, 26% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 38 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Manchester to Geneva spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Manchester to Geneva flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Geneva?

    Some of the most popular sights in Geneva are Cornavin Train Station, Palais des Nations and Geneve-Cornavin Railway Station. These are among the most viewed places in Geneva on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manchester to Geneva:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 8:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 53m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manchester to Geneva flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 24% above the route average of $201. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Geneva?

    A nonstop flight from Manchester to Geneva takes 1h 53m, covering 616 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Geneva?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How does Ethiopian Air’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Manchester to Geneva flights?

    Ethiopian Air is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Manchester to Geneva flights are:

    • Ethiopian Air: 81% on time
    • easyJet: 73% on time
    • Jet2: 69% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 74% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Manchester to Geneva?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manchester to Geneva?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 4h 42m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 4h 46m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Geneva?

    Geneva is 1 hour ahead of Manchester (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport (GVA)?

    Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport (GVA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Geneva flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manchester to Geneva range from $132 to $289, with an average of $201 over the past 12 months. Anything below $132 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Geneva flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $166 - about $66 less than Saturday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Geneva trip for March. Fares historically average $153 round-trip in that month - typically $92 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Ethiopian Air is the strongest pick on this route. 81% of Ethiopian Air flights from Manchester to Geneva arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 74%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 38 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $181 round-trip on this route - about $18 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Airport.
    - B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
    - ibis budget Genève Aéroport
    - Intercityhotel Geneva
  • If you’re being dropped off at Manchester Airport (MAN), the JetParks 1 parking area has a free dropoff zone and a shuttle bus to Terminal 1 on demand. There are also dedicated dropoff areas right outside the terminals, which will cost around £5 for 5min, £6 for 10min, or a hefty £25 after 10min.
  • There are self-service, touch-screen kiosks for quicker check-ins at Manchester Airport.
  • Have time to spare? Runway Visitor Park near Manchester Airport has views of the runway and planes taking off, as well as guided tours about the Concorde plane.
  • Car parking at Manchester Airport has to be pre-booked, but bookings can usually be made as late as 2h before arriving.
  • Geneva Cointrin Airport (GVA) serves Geneva and is only 2.5 miles northwest of the city centre. The airport is a hub for Swiss International Airlines and Easyjet Switzerland. Easyjet provides direct flights from Manchester Airport to Geneva Airport.
  • Geneva Airport has public phones which provide free phone calls to Swiss phone numbers.
  • Thirsty after landing? Geneva Airport has water fountains located near the Children’s Playground towards Gate A8 and the Mezzanine, between the infirmary and the Children's Area.
  • Swiss francs and euros are accepted in the shops and car parks of Geneva Airport. Pounds sterling and US dollars are also accepted in the restaurants.

Prefer to fly direct from Manchester to Geneva?

 
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Direct departures

Manchester to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Monday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Tuesday

easyJet

easyJet

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Thursday

easyJet

easyJet

Friday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Saturday

easyJet

easyJet

Sunday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

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Direct returns

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin to Manchester

Monday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Tuesday

easyJet

easyJet

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Thursday

easyJet

easyJet

Friday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Saturday

easyJet

easyJet

Sunday

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

Ethiopian Air,easyJet

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Manchester to Geneva

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