Geneva Airport, formerly Cointrin Airport, is an international airport serving Geneva, the second most populated city in Switzerland. Located 4 kilometers northwest of the city, the port serves as a hub for Swiss International Air Lines, easyJet Switzerland and Etihad Regional.
The aerodrome serves as a transfer center for Swiss International Airlines and is one of the ports preferred by private jet charter companies in the region. It includes a network of mainly flights to metropolitan and leisure destinations in Europe, as well as some long-haul routes to North America, China and the Middle East.
The airport is located entirely within the borders of Switzerland, but its northern border extends along the Swiss-France border and the airport can be accessed from both countries. Shipping operations can be accessed from both countries, which makes Geneva a European Union shipping center even though Switzerland is not an EU member. The airport is partly connected to the municipality of Meyrin and partly to the municipality of Le Grand-Saconnex.
Geneva private jet charter prices
Although Switzerland air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Geneva are as follows.
| Light Jet | 15.150 EUR |
| Midsize Jet | 21.800 EUR |
| Heavy Jet | 28.900 EUR |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
A brief history of Geneva International Airport
In 1919, a simple airport covering 54 hectares was established in Cointrin, near the city of Geneva. From 1926 to 1931, the wooden hangars of the airport were replaced by three concrete hangars. At that time, there was a small air traffic where Lufthansa flew from Berlin to Barcelona via Halle, Leipzig, Geneva and Marseille.
In 1937, the first concrete runway was built at the port, and with the construction of this runway. In 1938, 8 airline companies started to use the airport regularly. With the outbreak of the World War II, Swiss authorities banned all flights from Switzerland. Development work was carried out on the runway, which remained closed during the war period. As part of these works, the airport was enlarged. At that time, the authorities accepted the 2,3 million Swiss Franc project to build the first terminal at the airport, and in 1946 the new terminal, which is used as Terminal 2 today, became ready for use.
Considering the increasing jet traffic around the world in 1960, the existing runway was extended to 3.900 meters. For this expansion work, Switzerland requested land from France and after the positive result, the end point of the track was accepted as the border between the two countries. Construction of a second runway and a midfield round terminal was proposed in 1968, but ultimately the concept was never realized. On May 7, 1968, the Geneva Main Terminal opened, which is planned to host 7 million passengers a year. This number could only be reached in 1985.
In 1987, Geneva airport was connected to the Swiss rail system with a new station built near the main terminal. Since then, a number of changes have been made. Two of the three field terminals were upgraded with jet bridges, and a new terminal was built in front of the main terminal with 12 jet bridges plus two ground floor gates.
Places to visit in Geneva
Geneva, the largest city in the Suisse region and the second most populated city in the country, is a city with many possibilities compared to its small area. Geneva, which has 4.000 years of history, manages to rise to prominence with its historical buildings, green nature, museums, luxury shops and natural flavors.
One of the prominent gothic works of the 16th century, St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet D’eau, which has become the symbol of the city, the Reform Monument and Reform Museum, which is of great importance for Protestants, and Neuve Square, where many art events such as concerts and theaters are held are the places that can be visited throughout the city.
Transportation to to Geneva Airport
Geneva aerodrome, which is 4 kilometers away from the city, can be easily reached by public transport. Train and bus, taxi or private car rental services are available within the airport. The train journey between the airport and the city’s central train station (Gare Cornavin) takes 6 minutes, and takes approximately 20 minutes by bus to the city center.
Free tickets called Unireso are also available at the airport. With this ticket, it is possible to use train and bus services free of charge for 80 minutes.
Taxi stands within the airport are the fastest way to reach the city. Located on the ground floor just outside the baggage claim, many private car rental services are available in the area.
