Having trouble finding your way around the Geneva airport parking lots? Don’t panic, Parking Cointrin has put together a comprehensive guide and map of Geneva airport parking lots. From official parking lots to low-cost options and services such as free shuttles, you’ll easily find the option that best suits your needs.
Overview of Geneva airport parking lots
The options for parking at Geneva airport are varied.
The different parking lots available
Official parking lots
Geneva airport offers 6 parking lots, not including the Kiss & Fly drop-off. We rank them from closest to furthest away.
Parking lot P1 is located around 50 meters from terminal 1. This covered parking lot is the closest to departures and arrivals. The same applies to parking P1-MV, reserved for two-wheelers.
Parking P20 is only accessible from France.
Parking P2 is designed for quick drop-offs or stops of less than an hour.
Parking lot P51 is designed for long-term parking. It is located about 8 minutes’ walk from Terminal 1. It’s a popular option thanks to its competitive rates.
Parking lot P26 is a 10-minute walk from Terminal 1. This covered long-term parking lot offers a more economical alternative to P1 for longer stays.
Private parking lots
From private companies located near Geneva airport have sprung up to meet the demand for more economical parking solutions, particularly for longer stays.
They offer a range of services, including transfers, online booking and vehicle washing and maintenance.
Location of parking lots on the airport map
Here’s where you’ll find the official parking lots. They are in the immediate vicinity of terminal 1.
That said, Parking Cointrin is not much further away, just 1,500 metres from the terminal 1which is exactly 3 minutes by shuttle. Yes, Parking Cointrin offers a free shuttle service between the parking lot and terminal 1.
How do I choose the ideal parking lot at Geneva airport?
There are several criteria to consider.
Depending on parking duration
With the exception of parking lot P2, which is dedicated to hourly parking, all other official Geneva Airport parking lots are suitable for long-term parking.
Parking Cointrin, on the other hand, offers both short- and long-term parking solutions, as well as discounted rates and an efficient shuttle service for rapid access to the terminals.
Depending on your budget
Official parking rates are not necessarily on a sliding scale, and the most expensive parking lots, P1 and P20, end up being very expensive over the long term.
For economical alternatives, Parking Cointrin combines competitive rates with additional services, such as a free shuttle to the terminals.
According to opinions
Reviews of Geneva airport’s official parking facilities are quite positive, thanks in particular to their proximity. Nevertheless, travelers often mention their high cost.
Conversely, Parking Cointrin receives rave reviews for its excellent value, attentive customer service and convenience. Regular shuttles and a seamless user experience make it an increasingly popular choice with travelers.
Easy access to Geneva airport parking lots
In this respect, the airport’s small size is an asset.
Access map to each parking lot
Geneva airport enjoys excellent road access, thanks to its direct connection to the Swiss A1 freeway.
P1, P2 and P26 can be reached directly from the A1 freeway by following the “Parking Terminal 1” signs. These parking lots are located on the Swiss side, in the immediate vicinity of the terminals.
For travellers arriving from France, P20 is accessible via Ferney-Voltaire customs. Just follow the signs for the French sector of the airport.
P51, slightly further away, can be reached by following the “Long-term parking” signs and offers a simplified entrance for drivers looking for an economical option.
Parking Cointrin is ideally located just 3 minutes from Terminal 1. It has fast, easy access from all major roads in France and Switzerland.
💡 Good to know: Parking Cointrin’s address is Chemin de l’Avanchet 26, 1216 Cointrin.
Itinerary from downtown Geneva
For the airport from downtown Genevafollow this itinerary :
Head northwest over the Pont du Mont-Blanc.
Continue straight ahead on Avenue de France.
Continue on Avenue Louis-Casaï (Route de Meyrin), following signs for the airport.
This journey covers about 4 kilometers and usually takes between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
💡 Good to know: this route does not take the A1 freeway, which means that no motorway vignette is required.
Itinerary from the French border
To reach Geneva airport by car from the French border, here are two main options.
The A40 freeway to Geneva
Approach the Swiss border, following the signs for “Lausanne/Geneva-Airport”. Pass through Swiss customs at Bardonnex, where you can buy a Swiss motorway vignette if required. Once in Switzerland, continue on the freeway, following the signs for “Genève-Aéroport”.
Ferney-Voltaire customs to access the France sector
From Annecy or Chambéry, take the A41 freeway towards Geneva. Near Saint-Julien-en-Genevois, take the “St-Julien-en-Genevois” exit and follow the N201 towards Geneva. Go through Perly customs, then follow signs for “Aéroport/Palexpo”.
From Gex or Ferney-Voltaire, follow the D984 towards Ferney-Voltaire. Before the Ferney customs post, turn right, following the signs for “Aéroport secteur France”. This route takes you directly to the French sector of the airport, without entering Swiss territory.
💡 Good to know: until you reach customs (Bardonnex or Ferney-Voltaire), roads and freeways are French. After customs, they become Swiss and require a vignette autoroutière (motorway tax sticker) if you use the freeways in Switzerland.
Free shuttles to the terminals
A shuttle transports passengers between parking lots and airport terminals. However, not all Geneva airport parking lots offer this service.
The most remote official airport parking lots, such as P51 and P26, do not offer a shuttle service for passengers using their own vehicles.
As for private parking lots, they generally offer this service because they are located a little further from the airport. BibiPark, for example, charges CHF 30 for a round trip.
☀️ Shuttle buses from Parking Cointrin are fast (3 minutes) and above all free.
How much does parking cost at Geneva airport?
Price comparison of official parking lots
Here they are summarized in table form.
| Parking | Capacity | Tariff in Swiss francs CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Kiss & Fly (drop-off) | n/a | Free |
| Parking P1 | CHF 38 | CHF 128 |
|
P2 Short-term |
147 |
0 to 5 minutes = free 20-30 minutes = CHF 3 45-60 minutes = CHF 5 |
|
P1 Long-term – Switzerland |
2100 |
1 day = CHF 38 4 days = CHF 128 1 week = CHF 197 |
|
P26 and P51 Long-term – Switzerland |
760 |
1 day = CHF 30 4 days = CHF 81 1 week = CHF 132 |
|
P20 Long-term – France |
214 |
1 hour = CHF 5 1 day = CHF 38 1 week = CHF 197 |
Economical alternatives such as Parking Cointrin
Parking Cointrin applies low, transparent rates particularly advantageous compared to the official P1 parking lot at Geneva airport. It stands out especially for long-term parking.
Let’s compare Parking Cointrin’s rates with those of Parking P1.
As the table below shows, the savings achieved by opting for Parking Cointrin are 21% for 4 days, 34% for one week and 50% for two weeks.
| Parking | 1-day rate | Rate for 4 days | Rate for 1 week | Rate for 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Cointrin | CHF 70 | CHF 100 | CHF 130 | CHF 200 |
| Parking P1 | CHF 38 | CHF 128 | CHF 197 | CHF 407 |
Practical information on Geneva airport parking lots
Parking lot opening times
Geneva Airport’s official parking lots are open 24 hours a day, except for P20, which is open from 5:00 to 23:30.
Parking Cointrin is available 24 hours a day. Shuttle service and valet parking are available between 4am and 1.30am.
Maximum height of authorized vehicles
Official parking lots can accommodate vehicles less than 2 metres high. There is only one exception for vehicles over 2 meters: level -3 of parking lot P26. This area is freely accessible, with no reservation required.
At Parking Cointrin, the maximum height for covered parking is 2.10 meters. For outdoor parking, there is no height limit.
Services included
Geneva Airport does not directly offer services in addition to parking. That said, the airport works with two official partners (Easy Park and AirportParking) who sell valet parking, vehicle cleaning and refuelling services. Please note that your vehicle must be parked in parking lot P1.
As for Parking Cointrin, it makes these services a real asset.
In fact, the price of your reservation includes the shuttle bus, open-air parking and administrative costs.
You also have access to additional services:
- The valet,
- Covered parking,
- Vehicle washing (interior, exterior, complete),
- Visual inspection of your vehicle on arrival.
Download Geneva airport parking map
Where can I find the official airport map?
Here are several pages on which you can download maps of Geneva airport:
Online maps to organize your parking
In addition to the official maps provided by Geneva Airport, you can use digital tools to plan your parking.
Google Map allows you to view the location of parking lots in real time, estimate journey times and plan the quickest route to the airport.
Geneva Airport’s official GVApp application offers an interactive map of the airport, shows the number of spaces available in the various parking lots in real time, and lets you calculate the estimated cost of parking according to your travel dates.
Tools like Waze offer precise directions to airport parking lots.
PrestoPark is a Swiss application that facilitates city parking by guiding drivers to available spaces and enabling online payment. Although primarily designed for city parking, it can also be useful for finding spaces around the airport.
Where is parking lot P51 on the airport map?
We have written a full article on Geneva Airport parking lot P51which is a little out of the way from the other official parking lots.
Here are its GPS coordinates: latitude 46.2275 and longitude 6.1034.
Parking P51 is one of Geneva Airport’s official long-term parking lots, located around 500 meters from the main terminal. It is accessible 24 hours a day and offers both covered and uncovered parking spaces.
💡 Good to know: no shuttle bus is available between P51 and the terminal for passengers using their own vehicles; the journey takes around ten minutes on foot.
Thanks to this guide, the Geneva airport parking map no longer holds any secrets for you. Whether you opt for the proximity of the official parking lots or the advantageous rates of the private alternatives, you’re ready to make the best choice. Take to the road with peace of mind, your ideal parking spot is waiting for you… at Parking Cointrin of course!
