Geneva International Airport (LSGG)
Large airport · Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Airport data
| Name | Geneva International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LSGG |
| IATA | GVA |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 46°14'17" E 6°6'32" 46.23810, 6.10895 |
| Location | Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 12,795 ft (3900 m) | 164 ft | CON | Yes |
Geneva International Airport at a glance
Geneva International Airport is a large airport in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland, known to airline systems as GVA. The field elevation of 1,411 ft (430 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LSGG are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 04/22, offers 12,795 ft (3900 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LSGG shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Geneva International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Annemasse Airfield | LFLI | 13 km (7 NM) |
| Annecy Meythet airport | LFLP | 34 km (18 NM) |
| Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) | LFXA | 66 km (36 NM) |
| Chambéry Aix les Bains airport | LFLB | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Payerne Air Base | LSMP | 91 km (49 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Geneva International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,411 ft field elevation of Geneva International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 13 airports and airfields we list for Switzerland — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Geneva International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Geneva International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Geneva International Airport is LSGG, and its IATA code is GVA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Geneva International Airport above sea level?
Geneva International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet (430 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Geneva International Airport located?
The airport lies at 46.2381, 6.1090 — in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Annemasse Airfield, about 13 km away.
Does LSGG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LSGG appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Geneva International Airport?
Geneva International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 12,795 ft (3900 m) with a CON surface.