Flying from New York to Geneva Switzerland, is a total flight distance of 3851 miles / 6197 kilometers. The flight duration is almost 9 hours from GVA to JFK, and 7 hours 50 minutes on the flight from EWR to ZHR. (The difference in flight time has to do with flying against or with the Jetstream.)
The alternative is to fly from NYC Airports to Zurich International Airport.
New York to Switzerland Business Class Ticket Prices
There are a few airlines offering business class tickets on the popular Geneva – New York route. The prices below, are just a sample for deals we found for flights during the spring months of 2022.
| Route | Airlines | Ticket Prices | Direct Flights / Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFK – ZRH | Delta | $8,100 | Round Trip – Direct |
| EWR – ZRH | United | $8,550 | Round Trip – Direct |
| JFK – GVA | Our Deal | $3,900 | Round Trip – Direct |
Cheap Business Class Flights to Switzerland
Currently, there are only three airlines offering you a direct nonstop flight from New York (NYC) airports to Geneva. United Airlines, Swiss Air, and Brussels Airlines. These three airlines are all code share partners with each other, so if you are picky about the aircraft you are flying, make sure to double check.
Flying to Zurich, you also have the option of flying on Delta, United or Swiss Airlines.
United flies the popular Boeing 767, which offers business class travelers, Lie flat seats, In-seat power & USB outlets, and On-demand video for those who forgot to prepare enough shows on their personal device.
Swiss uses the Airbus A300 planes, and they also have a business class with lie flat seats, in-seat power, on-demand inflight entertainment & USB outlets.
Business Class Flight Types
There are 3 types of business class flights, and surprisingly, the fares are pretty much the same. So it is important before booking your flight, to get some in-depth knowledge of the types of Business Classes.
Domestic Business Class
Every European business traveler knows, that the business class for domestic flights between Zurich and London, is a standard economy seat, with the middle seat empty. That is not worth much, since you can easily pay for your seat and choose a window / aisle based on your personal preference.
When flying inside the continental United States, your flight could be 6 hours long, or as short as 30 minutes. For example; flying from JFK to SFO, the flight time is 6 hours.
Major American Airlines have recently upgraded their planes, along with special names for Business Class. Each airline has their own unique names for the various class of service. JetBlue makes it simple with their Mint Class. Delta on the hand offers: Delta One, Delta Premium Select, First Class, Delta Comfort Plus.
Which one of those is actually the business class you are looking for? Speak with your travel agent to get full details on the seat amenities.
Transatlantic Business Class
When traveling transatlantic or transpacific, many people assume they will be getting a lie flat seat in business class. This is not always the case. Many airlines are still flying planes with business class seats that are not fully flat.
An airline like Emirates or Singaporean Airlines offers a world class Business Class, with unique seating configurations for couples and single travelers. Their cabins offer seats in both directions, so that you are not tripping over your neighbors feet.
It is very important to consult with your travel coordinator, to be sure you are getting the business class experience you are expect.
