Geneva International Airport, International airport in Meyrin, Switzerland
Geneva International Airport is an international airport in Meyrin with two passenger terminals and separate areas for intra-European and intercontinental connections. The terminals are linked by walkways and contain shops, cafés, and waiting areas overlooking the tarmac.
The facility opened in 1919 and grew from 54 hectares (133 acres) to a larger site with a first concrete runway built in 1937. Modern hangars and terminals were added in the following decades.
The facility serves as a hub for diplomatic missions, linking numerous international organizations based in the region. Many travelers pass through this crossing between national and international zones.
A railway station provides direct connections to the city center, and regional buses run to surrounding towns. Check-in counters typically open a few hours before departure.
In winter, specialized charter flights use the second terminal and bring travelers directly to ski areas in the Alps. This seasonal operation changes the rhythm of the airport noticeably.
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