George Airport
George Airport is the main air gateway for George, South Africa, and is identified by the codes GRJ and FAGG. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travellers heading to the Garden Route and the surrounding Western Cape coast. The airport sits at an elevation of 648 feet (198 m), which is worth noting for anyone interested in local flying conditions, and it operates on Africa/Johannesburg time, the same time zone used across much of South Africa.
About George Airport
George Airport is the main air gateway for George, South Africa, and is identified by the codes GRJ and FAGG. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travellers heading to the Garden Route and the surrounding Western Cape coast. The airport sits at an elevation of 648 feet (198 m), which is worth noting for anyone interested in local flying conditions, and it operates on Africa/Johannesburg time, the same time zone used across much of South Africa.
Overview
George Airport is the main air gateway for George, South Africa, and is identified by the codes GRJ and FAGG. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travellers heading to the Garden Route and the surrounding Western Cape coast. The airport sits at an elevation of 648 feet (198 m), which is worth noting for anyone interested in local flying conditions, and it operates on Africa/Johannesburg time, the same time zone used across much of South Africa.
What Travellers Should Know
- Airport codes: GRJ for commercial bookings and baggage tags, FAGG for aviation and flight operations
- Runway: 11/29, measuring 6,562 feet, with an asphalt surface and lighting for added operational flexibility
- Location served: George and the wider region around it
- Time zone: Africa/Johannesburg, useful when checking flight times and ground transport
- Official airport information: https://www.airports.co.za/airports/george-airport
Why It Matters for Your Trip
For most visitors, George Airport is a practical arrival point that balances regional convenience with the facilities expected at a larger airport. Its single lighted asphalt runway supports reliable access for scheduled and general air traffic, while its position serving George makes it a useful starting point for both business and leisure travel. Checking the official airport website before you fly is a smart idea for the latest passenger information, airport services, and local updates that may affect your journey.
Routes
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FAQ
George Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- George Airport is located in George, South Africa (Africa), at coordinates -34.000°, 22.380°.
- Its IATA code is GRJ and its ICAO code is FAGG.
- George Airport serves George, South Africa. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- George Airport operates on Africa/Johannesburg local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- George Airport sits at latitude -34.000° and longitude 22.380°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from GRJ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GRJ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GRJ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is George, Western Cape, 6530, South Africa, the phone number is +27 44 876 9310, the official website is http://www.acsa.co.za/airports/george-airport/the-airport/about-george. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in South Africa. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.