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Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (SOCA/CAY) — Matoury, French Guiana

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
13:00–02:00 UTC
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL
Tower
118.1
Runways
08/26
Elevation
26 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SOCA
  • Name: Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 4.819964
  • Longitude: -52.361324
  • Elevation: 26 ft
  • Country: French Guiana
  • Municipality: Matoury
  • IATA Code: CAY
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SOOO
  • Timezone: America/Cayenne
  • Distance from City: 13.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 10515 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 69/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: Edge lights, REIL both ends, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I Rwy 08 (110.3 MHz), VOR-DME CYR (115.95 MHz), NDB FXC (327 kHz)
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: TORA/TODA/ASDA/LDA all 10515ft. Rwy 08 elev 18ft, Rwy 26 elev 25ft. Preferred configuration Rwy 08. Mag variation 18W. Fire category SSLIA 7.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 118.100 MHz
  • Operations: 119.900 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 126.900 MHz
  • ATIS: 132.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24 operations. Tower and approach H24.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +596 596422531
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +594 594299700
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.guyane.aeroport.fr/
  • Remarks: Operator: SCAC (Société Concessionnaire Aéroport de Cayenne) since Oct 2025 — 30-year concession. GM: Paul Cheung A Long. Chairman: Jean-Luk Le West. Flight ops: +594 594299713 (0900-0130 UTC) / [email protected]. Meteo: +594 594353536 (0845-2045). Aéroclub de Cayenne: +594 594356128. Customs fax: +594 594298019. Customs email: [email protected]. Military BA 367: +594 594359920.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +594 594299713 (09:00-01:30 UTC) / [email protected] — PPR PN 24HR for non-scheduled flights. Night ops (00:00-10:00 UTC) PPR PN 48HR via fax +594 594304124 / +594 594359336
  • Remarks: No slot coordination required. PPR required for non-scheduled flights only.

Customs

  • Open: 13:00
  • Close: 02:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Standard hours 13:00-02:00 UTC. Extension possible for scheduled flights. No specific overtime fee schedule found in AIP.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR per metric ton MTOW (day/night rates, night surcharge 22h00-06h00 local). Rates unchanged since Feb 2020.
  • Parking Fee: EUR per metric ton per hour. First 120 minutes free on apron for all aircraft.
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Private aircraft monthly subscriptions: based 55.87 EUR, non-based 79.81 EUR, based aeroclub 35.12 EUR, non-based aeroclub 44.69 EUR. Handling: SAMSIC Assistance (+594 694430653), Air France (+594 694400400). Fees contact: +594 594299720.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Supplied by TotalEnergies. French overseas territory pricing with import surcharges.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Available per AcuKwik. Cash accepted only per pilot reports.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: French overseas territory, NOT part of Schengen area. General declaration required. Yellow fever vaccination certificate required. Police aux Frontières (PAF) H24.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. CTR Class D (SFC to 1500ft, 10NM radius), TMA Class E above. Transition altitude 3000ft. PSR/SSR radar available (40NM land, 120NM ocean).

Alternates

SOOG

  • ICAO: SOOG
  • Name: Saint-Georges-de-l Oyapock Airport
  • Distance (NM): 64.6
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

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French Guiana Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure; 3 business days recommended for private; 5 business days for charter
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights require 3 business days lead time for permit processing.

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Active NOTAMs

G0285/26
info
Aerodrome restriction
RECEPTION OF NON BASED ACFT WITH RESTRICTIONS (DUE TO WORKS ON MILITARY PARKING AREA) : MANDATORY 48HR BUSINESS PPR.
2026-09-14 10:00 UTC 2026-11-30 20:00 UTC
G0327/26
info
CONTROL SERVICES WITHIN 'CAYENNE' CTR AND 'CAYENNE' TMA 1 AND 2 ONLY PROVIDED FOR : - IFR SANITARY FLIGHTS - FRENCH GUYANA BASED STATE IFR FLIGHTS - DIVERTED FLIGHTS - EMERGENCY FLIGHTS - VFR SANITARY FLIGHTS BASED AT 'CAYENNE' AD ARE CLEARED ACCORDING TO A/A PROC ON 118.10MHZ FOR TAXIIN…
2026-10-04 23:00 UTC 2026-10-31 23:30 UTC
G0251/26
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FLOW CONTROL PROCEDURES MAY BE ACTIVATED WITHIN 'CAYENNE' CTR AND 'CAYENNE' TMA 1 AND 2 AREAS.
2026-08-28 12:00 UTC 2026-12-31 23:59 UTC
Relayed by the FAA NOTAM feed. Coverage outside the US can be incomplete: confirm with the national AIS before flight.
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Nearby Airports

SOOK Kourou Airport 29 NM SOOR Régina Airport 33 NM SOOY Sinnamary Airport 48 NM SOOG Saint-Georges-de-l Oyapock Airport 65 NM SBOI OIAPOQUE 67 NM SOOS Saül Airport 88 NM SJ3F Aldeia Kumenê 96 NM SOOC Camopi Airport 99 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SOCA?
The tower frequency at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at SOCA?
Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does SOCA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (French Guiana). Permit details for French Guiana
Is customs available at SOCA?
Yes, customs at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is available from 13:00 to 02:00.
Does SOCA require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport.
Where is SOCA located?
Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (SOCA) is located in Matoury, French Guiana.
What is the IATA code for SOCA?
The IATA code for Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is CAY.
Does SOCA have an ILS approach?
Yes, Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
Is SOCA a port of entry?
Yes, Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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