Geneva International Airport, also known as Genève Aéroport or Aéroport de Genève-Cointrin is a popular stopping point. Travelers by car often wonder where they can park economically, while ensuring that their vehicle is safe and that parking is easily accessible. This article aims to answer that very question.
Types of long-term parking lots
Official Geneva Airport parking lots
The airport has four parking lots reserved for long-term parking long-term. Three are on the Swiss side (P1, P26, P51) and one on the French side (P20).
We have listed them in descending order of price.
- Le parking lot P1 considered the premium parking lot, is the closest to the terminals and, unsurprisingly, the most expensive.
It is fully covered. - Parking lot P20, the only one accessible from the Ain department via Ferney-Voltaire customs, offers similar rates to P1.
It is fully covered. - Parking P26 is located a little further away, near the station.
It is fully covered. - Finally, the parking lot P51 located around 500 meters from the terminal, charges the same rates as P26.
It is partially covered.
Private parking lots
As mentioned on the Geneva airport website, several private parking companies, totally independent of the official parking lots, offer “remote parking + shuttles“.
These parking lots are located slightly further away than the official parking lots. As you can see from the image below, Parking Cointrin is very close indeed.
Some of these parking lots charge extra for the shuttle service. Parking Cointrin offers a free shuttle service!
It takes you to the terminal in three minutes.
Long-term parking rates at Geneva airport
Geneva airport parking lot price comparison
As the table below shows, Parking Cointrin offers much lower rates for long-term parking than Geneva airport’s official parking lots.
| Parking | 1-day rate | 4-day rate | Rate 1 week | Rate 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Cointrin | CHF 50 | CHF90 | CHF 110 | CHF 180 |
| P1 | CHF 38 | 128 CHF | CHF 197 | 407 CHF |
| P20 | CHF 38 | 128 CHF | CHF 197 | 407 CHF |
| P26 | CHF 30 | CHF 80 | CHF 132 | CHF 237 |
| P51 | CHF 00 | CHF 80 | 132 CHF | CHF 237 |
Payment options
Parking Cointrin
You can use :
- Credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express…).
- A PostFinance card.
- The PostFinance Pay application.
- The TWINT application.
Geneva Airport
Payment can be made at three points: at the automatic pay stations, at the exit kiosks, and at the main parking lot pay stations. Several payment options are available:
- Swiss francs (coins and banknotes),
- Euros (banknotes),
- Credit card,
- TWINT application available at exit terminals.
Parking Cointrin's advantages for long-term parking at Geneva airport
Parking Cointrin services
Nothing is more important to us than your satisfaction.
We want your experience to be the best it can be, so we’ve put in place a number of services to make your life easier.
First of all, a free shuttle bus takes you to the airport in just three minutes.
Then, if you wish, our valet parking can pick up your vehicle on arrival and park it for you.
You can also choose to park it yourself.
What’s more, our covered parking lot offers optimum protection for your vehicle.
On arrival, a visual inspection can be carried out to ensure that your car remains undamaged.
Last but not least, we offer interior, exterior and complete cleaning services, so that you can return home to a spotless vehicle.
Price list
Here are our prices:
- Parking: CHF 10 per day.
- Application fee (regardless of parking duration): CHF 40.
- Shuttle: free of charge.
- Cancellation insurance: offered if cancellation is made at least 24 hours before departure.
Our prices are on a sliding scale:
- 1 day : CHF 50
- 4 days: CHF 90
- 1 week: CHF 110
- 2 weeks: CHF 180
Here are the rates for our optional services:
- interior cleaning (vacuum cleaner): CHF 90.
- exterior cleaning (washing): CHF 80.
- complete cleaning: CHF 165.
visual inspection: CHF 20.
Reviews of Parking Cointrin
Our Google My Business listing gives us a rating of 4.3 stars.
Here are a few examples of recent positive reviews:
TOP service! Spacious parking lots and comfortable shuttle bus. 5 stars for impeccable service! The staff are friendly and really polite, this parking lot is very economical and I've never had any problems! I highly recommend it!
The service from the park to the airport was of excellent quality, the staff very friendly and helpful, punctuality was another feature, I would recommend it with confidence.
The advantages of long-term parking at Geneva airport
Safety
When you need to leave your vehicle for an extended period, we know how important security is.
At Geneva airport, all long-term parking lots are under constant surveillance, with video surveillance systems in operation at all times and teams on site.
In addition, access to the parking lots is strictly controlled, minimizing the risk of intrusion.
Ease of transport
Scenario 1: you have parked in one of Geneva Airport’s official parking lots.
Whether you have parked in the nearest parking lot (P1) or in one of the more remote ones, such as P51, you will have to walk to the terminals.
Scenario 2: you’ve opted for private parking.
If you choose Parking Cointrin, our free shuttle bus will take you from your parking space to the airport in just 3 minutes.
In conclusion, whether you opt for Geneva Airport’s official parking lots or for a private alternative such as Parking Cointrin, it’s essential to choose a solution that meets your needs in terms of proximity, security and budget.
If you’re looking for a lower rate while benefiting from additional services such as a free shuttle or valet parking, a private parking lot may be the ideal alternative.
