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Cheddi Jagan Intl (SYCJ/GEO) — Georgetown, Guyana

Cheddi Jagan Intl (SYCJ/GEO) serves Georgetown, Guyana. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (06/24, 11/29). Field elevation is 95 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SYCJ
  • Name: Cheddi Jagan Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 6.49855
  • Longitude: -58.254101
  • Elevation: 95 ft
  • Country: Guyana
  • Municipality: Georgetown
  • IATA Code: GEO
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Guyana
  • Distance from City: 35.9 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 7448 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 5002 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 119.400 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.cjairport-gy.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: GYD 15,000 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: GYD 7,500 per 1,000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: GYD
  • Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SYCJ.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Standard Jet A-1 available at SYCJ.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Primary international port of entry. Georgetown, Cheddi Jagan Intl. Full FIS.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Capital city airport. Caribbean connections. Growing oil industry traffic.

Airport Services

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Guyana Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Private / GA Operations:

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SYCJ?
The tower frequency at Cheddi Jagan Intl is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at SYCJ?
Cheddi Jagan Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does SYCJ require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Cheddi Jagan Intl (Guyana).
Where is SYCJ located?
Cheddi Jagan Intl (SYCJ) is located in Georgetown, Guyana.
What is the IATA code for SYCJ?
The IATA code for Cheddi Jagan Intl is GEO.
How long is the runway at SYCJ?
The main runway at Cheddi Jagan Intl (06/24) measures 7448 X 148.
Does SYCJ have an ILS approach?
Yes, Cheddi Jagan Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 06/24.
Is SYCJ a port of entry?
Yes, Cheddi Jagan Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.