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$387+ Cheap flights from Geneva (GVA) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GVA — SFO
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Geneva to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Geneva to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:20 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop30h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 1/194:35 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop21h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/22$723
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:20 amGVA - SFO
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/185:25 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop14h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$736
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:20 amGVA - SFO
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/227:25 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$737
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:20 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop30h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 1/167:10 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop19h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/22$770
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:20 amGVA - SFO
2 stops21h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/158:10 amSFO - GVA
2 stops16h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$818
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Fri 12/266:05 amGVA - SFO
1 stop19h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 1/194:35 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop21h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/22$828
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:00 pmGVA - SFO
2 stops30h 54mAir Canada
Tue 1/208:30 amSFO - GVA
2 stops19h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/22$836
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:05 amGVA - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 1/167:10 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop19h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/22$889
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 pmGVA - SFO
2 stops29h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/174:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop17h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/22$893

Find flight deals from Geneva to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Geneva (GVA) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$472

One-way from

$387
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Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$690
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Geneva to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Geneva to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Geneva

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 2/12

12:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

4:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$539

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 1/15

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

4:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$545

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 4/1

6:30 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

4:35 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$580

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 2/12

12:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

4:40 pm-11:25 am

2 stops33h 45m

$584

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 1/15

6:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

5:30 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$593

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 5/9

7:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

4:35 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$593

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 5/1

7:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

4:35 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$593

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 1/14

7:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

1:25 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$593

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 2/14

9:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-10:15 am

2 stops18h 15m

$594

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 2/12

7:10 am-11:50 am

1 stop13h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

1:15 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$597

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Compare providers for flights from Geneva to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Geneva to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Geneva-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Geneva-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Geneva-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Geneva-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Geneva-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Geneva to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Geneva with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Geneva to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Geneva to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Geneva to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Geneva to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Geneva to San Francisco (average of $478). Flying from Geneva to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $586). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GVA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Geneva to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Geneva to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, United Airlines, and Lufthansa from Geneva to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,649 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,606 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Geneva to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Geneva to San Francisco?

    Departing from Geneva to San Francisco will take you 28h 20m. The distance between Geneva and San Francisco is about 5818 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Geneva to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $542. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at $544 and $616, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Geneva to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Geneva to San Francisco are American Airlines ($397), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($430), and Iberia ($460).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Geneva to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Geneva to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Geneva to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Geneva to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Geneva to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Geneva to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Geneva to San Francisco (average of $478). Flying from Geneva to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $586). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Geneva to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Geneva to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$544Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$616Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$624Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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