Charles Kirkconnell International Airport — West End, Cayman Islands

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The airport code for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport (West End) is CYB — its ICAO code is MWCB.

Distance & flight time from CYB

Charles Kirkconnell International Airport

Charles Kirkconnell International Airport, coded CYB, connects Cayman Brac, the smallest inhabited sister to Grand Cayman, to Grand Cayman itself and to a handful of international points. The island takes its name from the Gaelic word for bluff, referring to the dramatic limestone ridge running along its spine and sheltering caves once used as hurricane refuges. Diving and rock climbing draw much of CYB's leisure traffic, appealing to visitors seeking a quieter alternative to Grand Cayman's busier resorts, while the airport itself remains compact, reflecting the low-key character of a British Overseas Territory community numbering only a few thousand residents.

Runways at Charles Kirkconnell International Airport (CYB)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
09/276000 ft (1829 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport (CYB)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
APPCAYMAN APP120.2 MHz
TWRTWR118.4 MHz

Airports near Charles Kirkconnell International Airport (CYB)

CYB serves Cayman Brac, named for its limestone bluff, in the British Overseas Territory of the Cayman Islands, with connections mainly to Grand Cayman.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport?

The IATA code for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport is CYB.

What is the ICAO code for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport?

The ICAO code for Charles Kirkconnell International Airport is MWCB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.