I have traveled in and out of Geneva Airport numerous times and in general I would say it is a satisfactory experience.

Recently (beginning of October 2009) the security procedures have changed so you now pass through the scanners / metal detectors on the top floor before you get through to the duty free shopping area. In times gone by you would show your boarding pass, shop then go to the gate to be searched. This has greatly improved the experience as the queue moves a lot quicker, and you can relax on the other side knowing that you aren't going to be delayed getting to your aircraft.

As far as passenger facilities go there are 2 main eating areas. There is one that is before security, on the top floor. There is your usual Starbucks / Burger King / Upper Crust as well as a nicer Italian restaurant and Sushi place. The food selection is good and there is a nice outdoor area in the summer for a nice cold beer or two! The facilities after security are not quite as good. There is a small area that serves hot food, a sandwich bar and a rather pretentious oyster / caviar area. All in all the airport is not bad in this respect, but in general it can be very expensive.

There are a lot of shops in the airport, predictably focused on selling watches and other expensive traditional Swiss goods. Personally I won't be spending Euro10,000 on a watch while I'm traveling, but to each their own.

The departure boards are clearly labelled, with Schengen / non-Schengen areas being separated by a short walk underneath the apron. The furthest gate from the check in area is approximately 300metres walk. Some boarding goes on by coach, which can seem like it's taking forever!

The airport has good connections to the city centre, being only 10 to 15km away. Buses and trains leave most hours of the day. Check out www.tpg.ch if you need to find times.

There are generally minimal take off and landing delays at the airport, significantly better than Heathrow or Gatwick for instance!

All in all, quite a small airport that runs fairly efficiently. There's not a great deal to do but enough to keep most people entertained.

Thanks for reading!