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Cheap Flight Deals from Geneva to San Francisco (GVA-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Geneva to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Geneva to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Geneva to San Francisco.
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United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 9:45 pmGVA-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-GVA
20h 00m1 stop
$527United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 25 - Sun, May 4
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 9:45 pmGVA-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-GVA
20h 00m1 stop
$528United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 25 - Thu, May 8
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:57 pmGVA-SFO
25h 57m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:28 pm - 2:40 pmSFO-GVA
16h 12m2 stops
$534American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 1:50 pmGVA-SFO
25h 25m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:28 pm - 2:40 pmSFO-GVA
16h 12m2 stops
$543American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Nov 6
British Airways Logo
11:25 am - 9:14 pmGVA-SFO
18h 49m2 stops
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 8:35 pmSFO-GVA
19h 15m1 stop
$545British Airways
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Fri, Apr 25 - Thu, May 8
British Airways Logo
11:25 am - 9:14 pmGVA-SFO
18h 49m2 stops
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 4:45 pmSFO-GVA
15h 25m1 stop
$546British Airways
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Fri, Apr 25 - Sun, May 4
Lufthansa Logo
9:05 am - 2:35 pmGVA-SFO
14h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
1:45 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-GVA
13h 35m1 stop
$566Lufthansa
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Sat, Apr 26 - Fri, May 16
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 6:21 pmGVA-SFO
20h 06m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 5:25 pmSFO-GVA
18h 45m2 stops
$568Delta
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Fri, Apr 25 - Sun, May 4
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 1:34 amGVA-SFO
20h 24m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 1:30 pmSFO-GVA
17h 15m2 stops
$573Delta
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Fri, Apr 25 - Thu, May 8
Lufthansa Logo
9:05 am - 2:20 pmGVA-SFO
14h 15m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
2:00 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-GVA
13h 20m1 stop
$644Lufthansa
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Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 17

KAYAK's insights & trends for Geneva to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Geneva to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Geneva to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Geneva to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Geneva, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Geneva to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Geneva to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost $620 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $852 and $827 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Geneva to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Geneva to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Geneva to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$403
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
Flight from Geneva to San Francisco

When to book flights from Geneva to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Geneva to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Geneva to San Francisco

  • All airlines flying between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) provide wheelchair assistance for passengers who have difficulty walking long distances or need help navigating the airport. This service can be arranged in advance through the airline. Besides, flight attendants are trained to assist passengers with special needs during the flight, such as helping with meals, providing assistance to the lavatory, or addressing any other specific requirements.

    Geneva Airport operates exclusive lounges that provide a comfortable and relaxing environment for passengers to wait for their flights to San Francisco (SFO) and they offer various amenities and services. For instance, the Star Alliance Lounge entry is limited to premium passengers aboard airlines that are members of the Star Alliance. Meanwhile, British Airways Lounge is exclusively for British Airways premium passengers.

  • Which other nearby cities are served by the San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major gateway to many other towns within the region. Suppose you want to explore destinations like Los Gatos, Campbell, Petaluma, Oakley, and La Honda. In that case, you can get there by taxi, bus or car rental. These destinations are within an hour’s drive from SFO.

  • What are the most popular layovers on flights between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    Many airlines offer one-stop journeys between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Popular transit cities include London (LHR or LGW), Frankfurt (FRA), Amsterdam (AMS), Paris (CDG), Zurich (ZRH), New York (JFK), and Atlanta (ATL). Typically, these transits vary depending on the demand and the size of the aircraft.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines offering flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    If you want a sustainable journey between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO), consider flying British Airways or Lufthansa. These airlines have implemented measures to reduce waste generation and increase recycling efforts on board their flights and within their operations. Moreover, the companies have invested in newer, more fuel-efficient aircraft, which generally have lower emissions than older models.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Geneva to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Geneva to San Francisco was $403 for a one-way ticket and $527 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Geneva and San Francisco?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to San Francisco from Geneva.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Geneva to San Francisco?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Geneva to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Geneva and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to San Francisco from Geneva?

    London is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Geneva to San Francisco.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Geneva to San Francisco, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Geneva to San Francisco are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $684 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $707 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Geneva to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Geneva to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Geneva to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Geneva is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Geneva to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Geneva with another airline. Booking your flights between Geneva and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Geneva to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Geneva up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Geneva to San Francisco

  • Do airlines offer family services on trips between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)?
  • American Airlines and Delta are parents’ favorites between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) as they cater to the needs of every family member. Aside from pre-boarding for families with young children, they offer a selection of kid-friendly in-flight entertainment to keep the little ones engaged throughout the voyage.
  • Geneva Airport (GVA) is well connected to the city center by train. There are regular train services from the Geneva central train station (Gare Cornavin) to the airport. The journey takes around 6 minutes, and trains run frequently throughout the day. In addition, taxis are available for a more personalized experience or if you have specific travel needs or prefer door-to-door service. The journey lasts about 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
  • Major airlines flying between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) may have different options for seat upgrades, such as premium economy, business class, or first class. Usually, this service is available during booking, check-in, or boarding. Still, you can directly contact customer service or your travel agent.
  • KLM, Swiss Airlines, and Lufthansa are some carriers that allow domestic pets, such as cats and dogs, in the cabin. However, before traveling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), ensure that the pets have the relevant medical and health documentation.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Geneva to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Geneva to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7897 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.3Food
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I love the free WiFi!! Crew was nice. Bathroom was decent. First time flying delta in a long time and I enjoyed it. Will definitely look into booking with Delta more but I think Delta is a little more expensive than the other airlines.

10.0 ExcellentLucy, Mar 2025CUN - LAX
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I love the free WiFi!! Crew was nice. Bathroom was decent. First time flying delta in a long time and I enjoyed it. Will definitely look into booking with Delta more but I think Delta is a little more expensive than the other airlines.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Great. Flight departed early and arrived early. Deplaning and baggage claim ww were quick.

They separated our seats and moved us to the back of the plane. Hundreds of dollars and thousands of miles used and this was my platinum member experience.

Since it wasn’t a Delta flight, I was not able to sit with my group and there was no entertainment.

Three adults, three children. They did not give us seats together. Two seats together, in row 23, one in 13, one in 14, one in 10, and one in 17. When we got on the plane, the crew tried to ask people to move but basically threw up their hands. One person moved so we had two pairs of seats together. The 1.5 year old sat on a parent's lap (despite having paid for his own seat).

the fight attendants were great and i appreciated that they had season 1 of The Wire from HBO as a viewing option

AC barely worked on a 50 minute flight. It was very warm the whole flight. Flight was very bumpy and hard landing.

I slept the whole flight so I can't tell you about the food and there was no entertainment offered. Crew was very nice, seats were comfortable in business, and boarding was easy.

I haven't flown Swiss in a long time. I was disappointed that after paying $14,907 for 3 business class seats, we still had to pay another $200 for a single business class seat. All the window seats used to be single seats. Now it's every other one and if you want a single seat it's extra. Also, The double seats do not have pods or any privacy. We landed in Chicago after a long 10 hour flight and our connecting flight was on United. Because we do not have status on Swiss, we were not allowed to use the United lounge, even with business class seats. My father is on crutches and we had a 4 hour layover. No lounge was also disappointing. All of my status is on British Airways so I will go back to flying BA. We flew Swiss because my father did not want to go through Heathrow. On a positive, the crew were super nice and accommodating for my father who had recently had hip replacement surgery. Food was okay. I"m not a good person to critique the food, I never like airplane food.

-Swiss airlines online check in app crashed multiple times -Zurich airport does not have very many bathrooms accessible to people with disabilities - closest disability accessible bathroom to departure gate was 1/4 mile away.

I took this flight to be able to fly with Swiss instead of Air Canada from Geneva.. The AC planes have a better outfit in Business class than Swiss, but the service aboard Swiss is really best, first-class, as is the food and beverages. Though using the same plane model (A330-300), the interior setup of the cabin starts to show its age, but IMO the planes are better serviced by Swiss than AC. I had in my recent trips with AC way too many technical problems that led to delays or even complete cancellation of my flight.. Their fleet is aging (average 20+ years) and the maintenance has taken a toll compared to years ago. Cutting costs in every corner has to be paid sometime by someone, and it's the travelers at the end that pays for it. Unfortunately for me, flying directly to Zurich puts a much longer after-fly trip on me than Geneva.. so I might go back to direct flight YUL-GVA, even if I don't like flying with AC.

We're talking about a short-haul in-country flight.. there is no confort, no food, just the bottle of water. The seats are squeezed like hell and I was in the back-end of the plane, with one spare row left for the crew and to store excess bags that could not fit in the overhead bin.. Speaking of carry-on, some passengers should be better screened as their bags were simply too big to fit in the overhead bins.. ! How can this happen, and it was an A310, with 2 columns of 3-seater rows.. There is a pseudo-Business class, which is simply a section in the front of the plane where the same seats are occupied only 2 out of 3, on each side, leaving more rooms for the passengers and their bags. That's it.

We are glinting with united , but over all very disappointed

better announcing at the gate prior to boarding and better organization of various gps

This time, I traveled in the economy, and it was surprisingly better than the eco-premium (food, comfort, and crew were noticeably worse in premium!)

Lots of water brought around by staff which is very important to stay hydrated on a long flight. There provided swiss chocolate icecream! The attention to detail is obvious. They really want to make their passengers entertained and comfortable.

overall the flight was good and we were happy they waited for us. However, our luggage didn t make it and this caused us a lot of problems.

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

Good flight. On time. Boarding and seating was easy. Crew were really friendly, yet professional. Bathroom (by cockpit) was small but serviceable. Some the seats were showing some notable wear & tear, but were comfy. Very happy UA customer. TY! 🤛🏽💗

We were delayed 3x and because I didn’t purchase my tickets directly from United Airlines I was told I Have to take care of it myself so I called Underpricer and they helped me but before I changed my flights I took the risk of sticking by what my tickets were and was lucky to have gotten on the original all flight with only 15 mins before take off. not sure if I will do this again

I was very happy with everything, thank you for the smooth flight ✈️

helpful and friendly. The Lufthanza people I dealt with before my holiday were so unhelpful by comparison.

Check in could have been a little cheerful rather than dour

I enjoyed my flight back with Lufthansa because the food was good, and the flight attendants were nice and helped you when you asked a question. The flight attendants always came around and asked if you needed anything which I liked a lot.

Entertainment system is old. Food can be tastier Need to provide toothbrush and toothpaste at least when asked.

The flight was cancelled due to tech problem with the plane

I pre-ordered my meal and did not receive it. The seats are very old, uncomfortable and dirty. The crew was excellent and made my stay on board comfortable and enjoyable.

It was great. The airline staff was very friendly. The FRA security was a bit harsh doing their job but friendly overall.

I wish seats were not reclinable. It's so claustrophobic when the person in front of you spends most of a nine hour flight leaned all the way back. The crew was really nice though and the dinner (red Thai curry) was pretty compelling.

Our flights were severely delayed, then canceled and we had to fly out next day with no sleep accommodation help. This led to our baggage being lost and the service reps after baggage couldn’t be bothered to help. They kept sending us to different counters when we were at the right counter to begin with. The only saving grace was the angel woman supervisor with blond hair who helped us put in a missing baggage claim.

Delayed flight due to lack of crew caused me to miss my connection

Please make sure the number of seats matches the number of overhead bins and passengers don't carry on more than one bag.

Seating is tight if you don’t upgrade. Food was decent. Boarding and unboarding was efficient. Smooth flight. Could make upgrades more affordable

Boarding was chaotic. Glad we were group 5 and still had cabin storage available when we boarded. I was expecting crew would get our carryons at the gate since theyclaimed it was a full flight.

Boarding crew is unfriendly as i was asked to handover carryon luggage too upto final destination Bangalore I was not prepared for that and i had to travel without my diabetic and hypertension medicines

American Airlines seemed to run a 'dry' flight. No alcohol was offered at any point with meals. Breakfast was a bit tasteless. The 'hot pocket' whatever that is, was horrid breadish pastry with very little filling. Decaf coffee was horrid. Seats didn't seem as wide or spacious as usual, especually for a ten hour flight.

They did not provide free WiFi, It could be purchased for, I think, around $25, This seemed excessive.

Less than average, low level of shared required information needed during the transfer from airport to another, also the used team during boarding In Indianapolis station is Not Professional

Reliable, great value, but not outstanding in any aspect. This is similar to the experience you get in most international carriers like Etihad or Delta.

Flight got diverted because of an emergency and the crew were fantastic and probably saved that passenger’s life. While in emergency landing some measures could have been taken to prevent additional delays. In general not great experience with BA. I used to fly BA years ago all the time, very disappointed by the whole experience, seats were tight, bathrooms tight.

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