George Airport — George, South Africa
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Distance & flight time from GRJ
George Airport
GRJ occupies a striking position along South Africa's Garden Route, surrounded by fynbos vegetation so ecologically distinctive that the airport is recognized for operating within a nationally significant biodiversity zone. Serving the town of George and the wider Southern Cape coastline, the airport functions as a convenient arrival point for travelers exploring the scenic drive between Mossel Bay and Knysna, an area celebrated for indigenous forests, lagoons, and dramatic mountain passes through the nearby Outeniqua range. Domestic carriers link George primarily to Johannesburg and Cape Town, moving commercial passengers connected to the timber and agricultural industries of the Southern Cape and a growing tourism sector centered on golf courses, hiking trails, and whale-watching opportunities along the coast during the winter migration season offshore.
Runways at George Airport (GRJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 6562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for George Airport (GRJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | George Approach | 128.2 MHz |
| GTE | APRON | 122.65 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.9 MHz |
Airports near George Airport (GRJ)
- Oudtshoorn Airport (OUH) — 47.7 km (29.6 mi)
- Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) — 88.0 km (54.7 mi)
- Robertson Airport (ROD) — 229.5 km (142.6 mi)
- Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) — 298.5 km (185.5 mi)
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT) — 348.0 km (216.2 mi)
- Langebaanweg Airport (SDB) — 407.8 km (253.4 mi)
- Vredendal Airport (VRE) — 444.3 km (276.1 mi)
- Bisho Airport (BIY) — 471.0 km (292.7 mi)
GRJ sits within a protected fynbos biodiversity zone along South Africa's Garden Route and serves as the main airport gateway to nearby Knysna, Mossel Bay, and the Outeniqua mountains.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for George Airport?
The IATA code for George Airport is GRJ.
What is the ICAO code for George Airport?
The ICAO code for George Airport is FAGG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.