Geneva Airport

Geneva Airport connections: MCT

It's important to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It's advisable to look this up before booking a flight. When claiming for compensation for a missed connection, a passenger should know the MCT. Below you can see the MCT in Geneva Airport for connecting flights.

• Between domestic flights: 40 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 40 min.
• Between international flights: 40 min.

Geneva Airport terminals

Terminals are the sections or totally separate buildings in airports through which passengers can transfer between ground transport and the places for boarding or disembarking from the aircraft. It is crucial to confirm the terminal before getting to the airport when you depart or have a transfer to another flight, as the terminals in bigger airports may be a long distance from each other and travellers usually need more time to get to the correct one. Geneva Airport has 3 Terminals.

Terminal 1 – Main terminal

Terminal 2 – used during winter season

Terminal 3 (Business Aviation Terminal) – private flights

How to get to / from Geneva Airport to city centre

It can be hard when visiting a destination for the very first time to find the most comfortable way to reach the centre of the city. Public transportation isn’t always operating right at the airport and taxis can be expensive. It’s a good idea to check all the transport alternatives ahead of travelling so you can schedule your trip.

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Geneva Airport bus

• Line 5 (Autobus) and Line 10 (Trolleybus)
  Direction: Gare Cornavin railway station
  Travel time (approx.): 22 min.

Geneva Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminals
  Travel time (approx.): 15 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 37 EUR

Where to have a rest in Geneva GVA Airport

You may have a prolonged layover between flights, for instance if you have a delayed flight or your next flight departs the following day. In such cases, it is good to note the potential places where you can spend time and have a nice rest between flights.

Geneva Airport lounge

Lounges are places in the airport which provide travellers with services such as food, drinks, relaxation zones, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.

• Horizon Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
• Dnata Skyview Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily

Hotels near Geneva Airport

If your next flight takes off the following morning, or the lounges aren’t suitable, the best choice might be a hotel near the airport. In some cases, hotels are located onsite, however you may need to leave the airport area to get to one nearby. We have selected the most comfortable alternatives for you in case you choose to stay in a hotel between flights.

• Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport
  Address: Route de Pré-Bois 16, 1215 Genève, Switzerland
  Contact: +41 22 939 39 39
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• Hotel NH Geneva Airport
  Address: Avenue de Mategnin 21 1217 Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland
  Contact: +41 22 989 90 00
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• Geneva Hostel
  Address: Rue Rothschild 28-30, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
  Contact: +41 22 732 62 60
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Geneva Airport restaurants

If travelling, it's necessary to have enough food and drink. Whether you want a simple breakfast before an early flight, a relaxing lunch during an extensive layover, or to simply grab something to eat while on board, we have several choices for you to ensure you don’t go hungry during your trip.

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• EAT WITH JOY
  Description: healthy meals
  Location: Departures, public area
  Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• Martel - Tea Room
  Description: tearoom, pastries, snacks & catering
  Location: Arrivals, public area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• McDonald's
  Description: fast food restaurant
  Location: Departures, public area
• Moleskine Café
  Description: takeaway home-made products
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: from 04:30 AM until the last departure
• Seven Spices
  Description: oriental meals
  Location: Departures, public area
  Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
• Snack Swiss Chalet
  Description: salads, sandwiches, and desserts
  Location: Arrivals, public area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily

Geneva Airport shops

If you leave your souvenir shopping to the last minute, or you just have time to spend before your flight, it's worthwhile visiting the airport shops. Our guide below can help you to find the top shopping locations for your requirements.

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• Aelia
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: several locations in the airport
• Hermes
  Description: leather goods, jewellery, accessories
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
• K Kiosk
  Description: press, books, snacks, tobacco
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM, daily
• Schweizer Heimatwerk Swiss Craft & Design
  Description: items made in Switzerland
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
• Swiss Chocolate Avenue
  Description: hand-made Swiss chocolate
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily

Geneva Airport car rental

Sometimes you have to travel by car, or it may be the most pleasant mode of transportation for your trip. To enable you to pick the best car hire company for your journey, we have provided a list below.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +41 227 178 080
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  Contact: +41 227 178 110
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +41 229 290 330
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +41 229 290 330
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 06:30 AM - 11:30 PM, daily

Other Geneva Airport services you might need

Here are some airport facilities that you could also need during your time in the airport.

• Pharmacie Principale (Pharmacy)
  Location: Departures, public area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +41 227 981 572
• Bag Wrap
  Location: check-in area
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
  Contact: email: geneva@excess-baggage.com
• Children’s area
  Location: Departures
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +41 227 177 192
• Meditation room
  Location: Departures
  Contact: +41 227 177 576

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