Guernsey Airport — Saint Peter Port, Guernsey
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Distance & flight time from GCI
Guernsey Airport
Guernsey Airport (GCI) sits near Saint Peter Port on the island of Guernsey, one of the Channel Islands positioned between England and France in the English Channel. As a British Crown Dependency with its own customs and tax arrangements, Guernsey relies heavily on GCI for both tourism and essential connectivity, since ferry crossings from the UK and France can take considerably longer. The airport handles scheduled flights to numerous UK regional airports as well as some continental European destinations, supporting the island's finance industry, tourism sector, and daily commuting needs. GCI's short runway, framed by cliffs and sea views, has historically posed operational challenges in poor weather, occasionally causing diversions to nearby Jersey or Alderney.
Runways at Guernsey Airport (GCI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5194 ft (1583 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Guernsey Airport (GCI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 128.65 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 109.4 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.95 MHz |
Airports near Guernsey Airport (GCI)
- Jersey Airport (JER) — 38.8 km (24.1 mi)
- Alderney Airport (ACI) — 41.1 km (25.5 mi)
- Cherbourg Manche airport (CER) — 85.1 km (52.9 mi)
- Granville Airport (GFR) — 97.3 km (60.5 mi)
- Lannion Airport (LAI) — 98.7 km (61.3 mi)
- Saint-Brieuc-Armor Airport (SBK) — 101.3 km (62.9 mi)
- Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport (DNR) — 101.6 km (63.1 mi)
- Morlaix-Ploujean Airport (MXN) — 128.0 km (79.5 mi)
GCI denotes Guernsey Airport, sometimes confused with Jersey's JER since both serve nearby Channel Islands; searchers often compare flight options between the two British Crown Dependencies.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Guernsey Airport?
The IATA code for Guernsey Airport is GCI.
What is the ICAO code for Guernsey Airport?
The ICAO code for Guernsey Airport is EGJB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.