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Background
Geneva Airport serves both Switzerland and neighbouring France. It is divided into a French sector, reserved for French domestic flights, and a Swiss sector for all other flights.
The key points
According to a study published on 3 September 2026, airport-related activities generated around 3.3 billion francs in added value in 2024. They supported 21,930 full-time jobs.
The benefits extend beyond the canton: more than 550 million francs in neighbouring France and around 770 million in the rest of Switzerland.
Key figures
- Added value linked to the airport in 2024: around 3.3 billion francs.
- Full-time jobs supported: 21,930.
- Passengers in 2026: more than 17.8 million, for 150 direct destinations.
- Spin-offs in neighbouring France: more than 550 million francs.
What it means for businesses
The airport supports a vast network of suppliers, tradespeople, retailers and service providers, a large part of whose business depends on it.
Who says what
Jean-François de Saussure, the airport's CEO, calls it a strategic asset for Geneva and its region, a driver of activity and employment.
