Geneva International Airport (GVA): Codes, Runways & Location
Geneva International Airport (IATA: GVA · ICAO: LSGG) is a large airport serving Geneva, Switzerland. It lies at 46.2381° N, 6.1090° E, 1411 ft (430 m) above sea level.
Overview of Geneva International Airport
Geneva International Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a large airport, serving the area of Geneva in Switzerland. It is identified by the IATA code GVA and the ICAO code LSGG. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Geneva International Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 3900 m (12795 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: concrete. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 1411 ft (430 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Annemasse Airfield about 13 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 3,900 m — A380 / 747 capable
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Seaports near Geneva International Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions about Geneva International Airport
Where is Geneva International Airport located?
Geneva International Airport is located in Geneva, Switzerland. Its coordinates are 46.2381° N, 6.1090° E.
What is the airport code for Geneva International Airport?
Geneva International Airport has an IATA code of GVA and an ICAO code of LSGG.
How long is the runway at Geneva International Airport?
Geneva International Airport's longest runway is about 3900 m (12795 ft), which can support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
How many runways does Geneva International Airport have?
Geneva International Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with concrete surfacing.
Is Geneva International Airport a major airport?
Geneva International Airport is classified as a large airport with scheduled commercial service.
About this data
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