Geneva Cointrin Airport (GVA)
(Aéroport de Genève Cointrin)
International Airport
Le Grand-Saconnex
"I miss my luggage here but I found it out 😈 very nice staff"(16 Tips)
"free 2 hours public transport ticket at the machine."(11 Tips)
"baggage hall go to the machine by the customs exit that prints"(11 Tips)
"Keep in mind that the airport is very popular, expensive duty free"(13 Tips)
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SiLiCaTEDecember 12, 2017Small but very effective. The bags arrived unbelievably fast !! I wish it's as fast back home in BKK airport.
Nilka GuerreroOctober 17, 2015Tellers should know what can pass through customs and what may not. They made me place four music boxes in my bag. They are delicate and also there was no lock! I hope they make it to my country!
Jon CrookeFebruary 24, 2014There are some work bays in gate area D (perhaps also elsewhere) with a range of available socket types (Swiss, EU, UK, US)
Daniel HoeslDecember 5, 2017Good reachable by train. Small. Good overview. Business lounge is good. Over all above average.
Christian CaponeJanuary 14, 2013It is possible to overnight but be sure to get into the airport before midnight because after and till 0400 the door will be closed. Electricity plugs are available in front of check-in desk- Michel Van SteenbergenJanuary 29, 2015Nice airport, looks modern. Check-in and security are efficient, but the D-gates are quite far away.
Fabian CRJuly 19, 2016For wifi access you need to go get a ticket in the information office with your boardibg pass
bizzyantMarch 18, 2013Print out your hotel reservation confirmation and this will allow you to use tpg services into the city. Your hotel then gives you a city ticket for the duration of your stay.
Naoki FerrioApril 7, 2018Parking lot is upstairs. Schweizerische Budesbahnen SBB ticket buss counter to travel around the city + access to subways are outside the airport
Whoever invented the conveyer belt system at security needs a new job (but it's funny watching people trying to move all their trays round the corner!)
Eddy BrosseDecember 15, 2013Found only 1 socket available. Between recycling station and an electric riser. On the left once you're past security checks. Just after the access to Prayer room. Just FYI ;-)
Anna MudrovaJune 26, 2013Lovely airport, the smallest international I have been to and the quickest in checking in! Geneva airport! I'm loving it!
Maggie MacGDecember 3, 2016Pretty easy airport to navigate. The staff at the United counter were very friendly and super helpful.
Mark RossettiNovember 28, 2015On the French side, get your bottled water at the vending machine upstairs instead of the cafe to save a couple francs.
DavidMay 29, 2015Large, clean and convenient airport. Free WiFi upon registration but not always very stable.
- Beautiful openair terrace at 1st floor before security check with restaurants and fast foods
The most inefficient airport ever. Check in prior to arriving since the systems are ancient
When you get access to free wifi, you have to have a cell phone to get password for login. However, only one Japanese carrier, SoftBank mobile can retrieve the SMS from the wifi authentication server.- Fedor MuhosranskiyMarch 9, 2019Not far from the city centre, easy train connection, fast security check,but large crowds of people. Keep in mind that the airport is very popular, expensive duty free
- John GibbardFebruary 23, 2020An atrocious airport by modern standards. Cluttered and unclear signage, passengers processed sclerotically, the stench of cigarette smoke.
Many people don't know but the day before your flight, you can buy for a ridiculous low price a security priority pass! Visit the airport's website!
Sean Olson-RoySeptember 7, 2015Small enough to sail right through. Very efficient security screening.
Mark LeeJanuary 28, 2020Fast track security does not yet - January 2020 - have scanners that let you leave liquids in your cabin luggage. None the less fast track security is rapid.
small but functional airport. If you are planning to take the train out of geneva do get your ticket at the machine here to avoid lines at the station.
Douglas TalbotJuly 11, 2018Small ... so quick to get through, otherwise old, tired, not enough seating and staff who have forgotten how to smile and treat you like a human. What you expect at most airports.- Mark LeeJanuary 28, 2020Airline lounges are on an upper floor, most hidden away at the end of a long corridor. From BA Lounge to B32 allow 20 minutes and this assumes no delay at physical Schengen exit border point.
ihab el yamanDecember 22, 2014Huge airport. Departure and arrivals are at the same area. Don't follow the signs just ask the security, they will guide you if they speak english.Good luck
MRTR O.June 23, 2018Comme ci comme ça kind of airport. But free bus ticket to the city center is perfect.
ClaudiaAugust 19, 2012Leave your bags at the baggage holding area by train station and explore the city for a few hours if you have a long layover in Geneva.
S LiaoJanuary 6, 2018Terminal 2 is super far away. Advise to plan more time if your flight is at terminal 2.
Alain VogelMay 2, 2013There is a coffee machine stand next to the Montreux jazz café (arrival) for only 2 bucks if you are coffee addicted like me
You can buy online vouchers on www.gva.ch for security fast lane. 8CHF but it can save your flight in peak times!
Don't forget to sign the AVAAZ petition to save Data Protection in Geneva :
Jakes CoetzeeJanuary 1, 2014When arriving at passport control, walk around the control booths, there are two on the other side also (and they are normally not busy)- Eddy BrosseDecember 15, 2013Free 1hr wifi with Swisscom. Just request a new access code and get extra hours ... for free. Handy when stranded like .. now!! ;-)
Clean, close to the city - directly connected via train. Great logistics.
In the gate side, A side, no more ways to get an honest sandwich with real bread, no meat no cheese.The new bars are the worst in years and the one who stays, stopped selling sandwiches
ArzuFebruary 7, 2015Lounges are past security on the second floor. Star alliance lounge opens at 5.30. Free wifi.
Amit BhatSeptember 17, 2015The airport is really small one. The dutyfree shops are super expensive here! you get free wifi for 90 minutes, by providing your GSM number
Craig McManusDecember 16, 2010Aerocar run a quick coach service from Geneva airport to Chambery and Genoble airport, reasonable pricing too e.g. return to Chambery from Geneva is €47 (2010). Easier than the train!
Shara Patricia Ciravolo FesserOctober 11, 2014It is very small sector, if you are traveling with Air France you are departing from here. Do not leave any last thoughts on duty free for this moment. Only one magazine shop with some souvenirs.
If you're off to France, don't forget to go through the door on the right in the French Area of the airport
The new security check counter is convenient . No need to take out liquids or electronics
If you can checkin from the French side. Only a few people do so in contrast to thousands on the Swiss side
Diana R.September 17, 2015provide free tickets from airport to the city, but had to spend a night there waiting for an early morning flight and it was very uncomfortable
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Geneva International Airport formally known as "Genève-Cointrin".
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"Best connection to Geneva city center and good option for shopping on Sunday."
Yuri 
"Good airport but if you are flying back from skiing I recommend going straight through to security as the queues build to insane levels"
Anand Basu-Attwood- 6.6
"This is also a Priority Pass lounge, just a few minutes walk from the generic airport one. The mini cheese quiches are awesome."
Stephen Benjamin
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