Conakry International Airport GUCY

Conakry International Airport GUCY: Conakry International Airport, also known as Gbessia International Airport, is located in Conakry – the capital of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa.

On the Ground

• Longest runway: 3300 x 45 meters
• PCN: 73/F/B/W/T
• Equipment available: All equipment is available here
• Navaid: Yes
• Type of A/C handled: Up to B747
• Terminal capacity: 1,500,000 annually
• Cargo capacity: 35,000 mt annually
• Fuel types: Jet A-1
• There is no FBO at this airport
• The airport is approximately km from the city

Operational Information 

• Typical lead time for permit approval is 48 hours
• PPR is not required
• Slots are not required
• Alternate airports: GBYD, GFLL, GOBD

Contact numbers

• Police: +224 657 765 370
• Fire: +224 656999018
• Customs: +224 664280017 / 622593779
• Airport authority: +224 656999016 / 622907257

Tourist Information

• Immigration rules that all global visitors crew must present a visa and valid passport
• The crew must be in uniform and have a passport, visa, and be on the Gendec
• Ground transport includes car rentals, buses, hotel shuttles, and non-metred taxis (negotiate the price before entering – typical fare to city centre is 10,000 – 20,000 FG)
• Accommodation available at Noom Hotel, Sheraton Grand, and Palm Camayenne
• Currency is Guinean Francs

Tourist Attractions

• Sandervalia National Museum
• Grand Mosque of Conakry
• Tombo Island 
• Cathedrale Sante Marie 

For more information, visit the airport’s official site here 

For support with your flight operations to Conakry International Airport GUCY, contact UAS