Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)

Genova (GE), IT 🇮🇹 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

LIMJ

IATA

GOA

Elevation

13 ft

Region

IT-42

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: LIMJ

Local Code: GE01

Location: 44.412039° N, 8.840732° E

Continent: EU

Type: Large International Airport

Keywords: Genova Sestri Sestri Cristoforo Colombo Airport Cristoforo Colombo Airport

Arrivals

View incoming flights

Departures

View outgoing flights

External Links

Official Website Wikipedia Live Flights

Nearby Points of Interest

Tourist Attractions View
Hotels View
Restaurants View

What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) generally receives positive feedback from travelers, often appreciated for its compact size and efficiency. While some facilities are noted as being dated, recent updates and ongoing expansion projects aim to enhance the overall passenger experience.

What Travelers Love

Convenient and Efficient: Many travelers praise the airport for being small, convenient, and easy to navigate, with quick check-in and boarding processes.
Cleanliness: The terminal and toilets consistently receive high satisfaction ratings for cleanliness, often exceeding 95% appreciation.
Security Process: For many, security checks are fast and efficient, with a recent review noting improved procedures that no longer require emptying suitcases.
Transportation Links: Excellent connections to the city center and main railway stations (Genova Piazza Principe and Genova Brignole) are available via the Volabus service, offering a journey of approximately 30 minutes. The airport also has a direct exit on the A10 autostrada.
On-site and Off-site Parking: Both official options like P1 Parcheggio Centrale and P2 Parcheggio Low Cost, and private services such as Genoa Park and Fly and ParkinGO, offer convenient parking with shuttle services.

Common Complaints

Dated Appearance and Comfort: Some travelers describe the airport as "dated looking" with uncomfortable seating, though renovation work is planned.
Inconsistent Security Wait Times: While generally efficient, one recent review highlighted long waits of up to 45 minutes for passport control due to insufficient staffing during peak times.
Private Parking Shuttle Delays: Customers using off-site parking services like Genoa Park and Fly and ParkinGO have reported significant wait times for shuttles upon their return.
Limited Amenities: Some find the duty-free shop small and uninspiring, and the overall selection of shops and food outlets to be modest.
Slow Wi-Fi: A recent traveler noted issues with slow Wi-Fi connectivity.

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is a generally well-regarded small airport, particularly for its cleanliness and efficient processing for many travelers. While some aspects of its infrastructure are considered outdated, planned expansions and renovations for 2025 aim to modernize facilities and enhance the overall passenger experience.

Generated False weeks ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

Current Weather Conditions

Loading weather data...

Airport Routes

Top Routes (by observations)

Newly Discovered

Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) new
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) new
Rinas Mother Teresa (TIA) new
Munich Int'l (MUC) new
Palese Macchie (BRI) new
Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) new
Linate (LIN) new
Barcelona Int'l (BCN) new
Naples Int'l (Capodichino) (NAP) new
Cagliari-Elmas (CAG) new
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) new
London Stansted (STN) new

Popular Flight Routes

Building Route Index: We are building our route index for commercial airports. Currently 61 routes are indexed for Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. For real-time updates, admin access is required.

0 destinations displayed

Destination	IATA	City	Aircraft Type	Airline	Details	Route Map
Loading... Loading routes...

Top Airlines

Operating at Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Ryanair `RYR` / `FR`	11	357	11	Dec 8, 2025
ITA Airways `ITY` / `AZ`	2	175	2	Dec 10, 2025
Air Dolomiti `DLA` / `EN`	1	141	1	Dec 10, 2025
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines `KLM` / `KL`	1	140	1	Dec 10, 2025
Alitalia `AZA` / `AZ`	1	137	1	Nov 11, 2025
Wizz Air Malta `WMT` / `W4`	1	101	1	Dec 10, 2025
Wizz Air `WZZ` / `W6`	3	91	3	Dec 10, 2025
Volotea `VOE` / `V7`	4	89	4	Dec 8, 2025
Vueling Airlines `VLG` / `VY`	1	54	1	Dec 9, 2025
Waltzing Matilda Aviation `WZM` / `MW`	7	48	7	Dec 10, 2025

Showing top 10 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`10/28`	9564 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	APP	`119.6 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`122.825 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.6 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`GEN`	Genova	VOR-DME	`112800 kHz`
`GEN`	Genova	NDB	`318 kHz`
`SES`	Genova Sestri	VOR-DME	`108600 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available directly outside the arrivals hall. The main operator is Radio Taxi Genova. The journey to the city center takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Fixed fares are in place for key destinations like the Brignole and Principe train stations, but it is always best to confirm the price with the driver before departure.

Rental Cars

Car rental desks are located on the ground floor in the arrivals hall. Companies operating at the airport include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Maggiore, and Sixt. The car pickup and return area is a short walk from the terminal.

Public Transportation

The primary public transit option is the 'Volabus' shuttle, which connects the airport to the city center and the two main train stations (Piazza Principe and Brignole) in about 30 minutes. Additionally, the 'Airlink' service provides a rapid connection to the Sestri Ponente train station for access to the regional rail network. Tickets can be purchased at the airport, on board, or via the AMT Genova app.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.