Geneva Airport, formerly known as Geneva Cointrin Airport, is Switzerland’s second most-visited airport. It’s just 4 km from Geneva city centre and sits alongside the Swiss border with France. Over 14 million travellers pass through Geneva Airport annually on routes operated by 45 airlines. Flights go to and from destinations in Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia with airlines like EasyJet, Delta, Air China, and Qatar Airways.
Geneva Airport Services
Baggage Services
Geneva Airport’s baggage services include storage lockers, luggage wrapping, and trolleys.
Special Assistance
Geneva Airport Lounge
WiFi
Geneva Airport Parking
If you’re parking at Geneva Airport, you’ll have multiple car parks to choose from. There’s a range of short-term and long-term options, all of which are within walking distance from the main terminal building.
Kiss & Fly
Kiss & Fly is the best Geneva Airport parking area for drop-offs as it’s situated right outside Departures.
Parking here is free for 5 minutes.
Best for drop-offs.
P2 Short-Term
This car park has direct access to the Arrivals Hall and allows parking for up to one hour.
Parking is free for the first five minutes, €3 (CHF 3) up to 30 minutes, and €5 (CHF 5) between 30 minutes and an hour.
Best for pickups.
P1 Long-Term
The P1 car park has direct access to the terminal building.
On average, parking here costs €40 (CHF 38) a day or €205 (CHF 197).
Best for convenience for long-term stays.
P26 Long-Term
The P26 car park is less than a 2-minute walk from Geneva Airport.
Parking here typically costs around €36 (CHF 35) per day or €138 (CHF 132) per week.
Best for long stays of than a few days.
P51 Long-Term
P51 is another long-term car park located around a 5-minute walk away from the terminal.
You can expect to pay around €36 (CHF 35) a day or €138 (CHF 132) a week to park here.
Best for long-term stays.
P20 – France Sector
As Geneva Airport lies on the French border, there’s a separate car park for passengers flying from France. It’s a short walk from the airport’s French sector.
It’ll cost you approximately €5 (CHF 5) an hour, €40 (CHF 38) a day, or €205 (CHF 197) a week to park at P20.
Best for passengers travelling from France.
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Switzerland’s Geneva Airport has two terminals, but Terminal 1 is the airport’s primary hub. Almost all flights going to and from Geneva Cointrin Airport come through Terminal 1, as Terminal 2 only opens seasonally for charted flights.
Because of this, most of the amenities and services on offer are only available in Terminal 1, as seen on the Geneva Airport map. Some of the facilities provided include restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, duty-free stores, currency exchange stands, and ATMs.
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Transportation options from and to Geneva Airport
To Central Geneva
By Train
The fastest way to get from Geneva Airport to Geneva city centre is to take the train. This option takes just 7 minutes.
Trains depart every 12 minutes during peak times.
By Bus
An array of buses link Geneva Airport to the centre. 5, 10, 23, and 28 are some of the most popular bus routes, and each arrives in central Geneva in around 30 minutes.
Depending on the time of day, most buses run every 8-30 minutes.
By Taxi
Taxis are the most convenient way to travel between Geneva Airport and the city centre and operate 24/7. The total travel time will vary depending on the time of day but is generally about 15 minutes.
Avoid possible waiting times during busy periods and unpredictable fares by arranging a private transfer with Welcome Pickups. Better still, you’ll travel with an English-speaking driver who’ll act as a friend on the ground.
By Car
If you plan to pick up a rental vehicle from one of the car hires at Geneva Airport, you can drive to the city centre in around 15 minutes.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Geneva Airport
Geneva Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Geneva Airport is open daily from 04:00 to 12:00.
Aelia Duty-Free opens from 05:30 until the last flight is due to depart.
Most restaurants typically open between 05:30 and 22:00, depending on flight times.
Recommended Arrival Times
Passengers visiting Geneva Airport are advised to arrive three hours before departure.
If your airline allows online check-in and day-before bag drop, it’s recommended you arrive one hour early on weekdays and two hours early on weekends.
Airport Codes
Geneva Airport Code: GVA
ICAO: LSGG
Contact Information
General: +41 (848) 192 020
Lost & Found: +41 (900) 571 015 (Swissport), +41 (22) 427 5790 (Police)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Geneva Airport?
Geneva Airport is located 4 km from Geneva city centre in Cointrin. This drive takes less than 15 minutes with a taxi or private transfer.