Geneva Cointrin Airport (GVA)
(Aéroport de Genève Cointrin)
International Airport
Le Grand-Saconnex
"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)"Very clean and organized, free wifi, helpful people"(46 Tips)
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I like this airport because its pretty small and takes you many place in the world. That's pretty cool
If you can, don't take the new security check on right. It's longer!
Burcu SaraçJune 26, 2012Duty free prices are higher than other European airports though they claim they are more affordable. Free public eifi for one hour though;)
This airport has a Swiss and a French part. The French part is mostly used for connections to Paris.
There is 1 hour free wifi offered by the airport. Really simple use for smartphone and good connectivity! That's make waiting lounge less painful!
Joanna CharitakiOctober 7, 201720 euros for a salad, a bottle of water and fruit...oh well, its switzerland!!!
Getting through security here was often a nightmare, but they've remodelled the area and increased the number of gates. Much better!
Seza OnurMay 23, 2014If you are travelling with toddlers, there is a playground on the second floor, after security before passport control
- Wellness bar&food very nice place to wait. The waitress is fine...
Omar SamraSeptember 7, 2012You get one hour of free wifi but then you can always renew it so it's pretty much free unlimited access- Martin LetkoFebruary 12, 2015Free wifi for 90 minutes and if U are smoker nice place is upstairs for U ;-)
FienutsNovember 7, 2014Different doors for different flights eg: Easyjet through Door 5 as you enter the airport.
Arun NandiAugust 2, 2019As mentioned, no access to lounges, shops, anything if you're in transit. You're basically right by the tarmac. Not a good way to spend any amount of time.
If you have time to spare and the weather is nice go sit on the outdoor terrace on the first floor.
If you leave to a non-scheme em country, consider 5-15 minutes for passport control. Normally not crowded, but there can be queues!
Bruno Sánchez-Andrade NuñoNovember 8, 2013One hour free wifi is great, but you need a Swiss phone to get the code. #noturisty- Abdulaziz AlQallaf🇰🇼June 14, 2022Pretty Dissapointing Airport by design however I am not used to airports that are just AIRPORTS though for service this has to be no.1 in europe. 100% Clean 💯
- After the morning Departure rush, things get quiet and stress free.
If you travel on Sundays & especially afternoon, go early! Big lines at security
If you have time, have a snack at Pret-a-Manger before entering thru security. It's better than what's on the other side.
If your 1 hour free wifi expires, just try requesting another code. Just worked for me, and I'm on my second hour (on an android phone)
Try to get a fast track sticker or 'accidentally' go through the French quarter.
rabinJanuary 12, 2013The trick - be early enough to beat the queues, but not so early you're trapped with the dire duty free & restaurant selection
Adrienn HockFebruary 2, 2017not possible to connect to free wifi via sms. tried three different phones, code received but doesnt work. other options are to scan your boarding pass or id at one of the three service points.WTF.
Marjorie CMay 15, 2013Martel chocolates is in the main terminal but there is also a Sprungli once you pass security check point.
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Costas LazaridesAugust 16, 2011I've been to many airports. This one is definitely the most ridiculously expensive one. €21 for a coffee, tea, sandwich and small bottle of water. Pack a sandwich!
Justin CookeApril 3, 2013Get a Starbucks before you go through security and enjoy the airport's Free WiFi
Benjamin CorenAugust 24, 2014Small airport on the Swiss - French border. Don't forget to claim tax back when you leave.
Ridiculous expensive drinks and food, get you cheap meal at Migros supermarket, open 7/7 at the end of the train station which is located in the airport arrival level
Huge queues at security. Allow plenty of time to board your flight.
Free wifi but only if you go to the info desk in arrivals to get a code which isn’t clearly marked. Small, crowded, disorganized airport. Geneva deserves better.
If there's a long queue in migration, go around the corner and it might be empty
Andrew K.July 27, 2013Free airport WiFi requires a cell number. If not yet through security Starbucks on the top level is open.
Amani AlNeaimiAugust 2, 2018They don’t have seats so u have to got to food courts 1 floor also the wifi free for minuets then u need to pay ,staff really rude and not enough food after the security bad experience never again
Small airport with poor wifi .. If your late and still in the migration don't worry they will call your destination and let you at the beginning of the queue
Serge BMay 28, 2013Taxi is pricey , 43chf into the city , use direct bus that goes 10min interval starting at 5:45am
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Geneva International Airport formally known as "Genève-Cointrin".
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