Cheddi Jagan International Airport

Overview

Cheddi Jagan International Airport is the main large airport serving Georgetown, Guyana, and a key gateway for international arrivals and departures. Identified by IATA code GEO and ICAO code SYCJ, it operates in the America/Guyana time zone and sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 m), which is useful to know when checking weather and flight conditions. For most visitors, this is the airport that connects Guyana’s capital region with the wider Caribbean, North America, and beyond.

Airfield facts

• Airport codes: GEO (IATA) and SYCJ (ICAO)
• Airport type: large airport serving Georgetown, Guyana
• Runway 06/24: 11,023 feet, asphalt, lighted
• Runway 11/29: 5,002 feet, asphalt, lighted
• Time zone: America/Guyana
• Official website: http://www.cjairport-gy.com/

What this means for travellers

The long primary runway helps the airport handle larger aircraft and longer-haul services, while the lighted runways support operations in a range of conditions, including evening arrivals. For passengers, that generally means a more capable international airport than a small regional field, with infrastructure suited to scheduled overseas travel. Because Guyana does not observe daylight saving time, it is wise to double-check local time when planning pickups, onward transport, or connections.

Before you fly

Checking the airport’s official website before travel is worthwhile for updates on passenger guidance, terminal information, and contact details. If you are arranging a transfer into Georgetown, keep in mind that airport travel times can vary with traffic and time of day, so build in a little buffer. Arriving with your documents ready and your ground transport plan settled will make your entry or departure smoother.