IATA Code
KAI
ICAO Code
SYKA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Kaieteur Airport is a very small airstrip serving Kaieteur Falls in central Guyana. It handles light aircraft and charter/sightseeing flights rather than regular large commercial services, and serves visitors to the national park and falls.

Kaieteur Airport
Elevation: 463 m
5.1773, -59.4890

Terminal Guide for Kaieteur Airport #

There is a single, very small terminal/arrival shelter with minimal passenger facilities - a covered waiting area, basic toilets and a landing apron for light aircraft. Expect no baggage carousels or staffed check-in desks like at larger airports; most operations are handled at the aircraft or from small operator booths.

Getting to and From Kaieteur Airport #

Access to Kaieteur is almost exclusively by light aircraft (scenic/scheduled charters) from the Georgetown area; typical flight time from Georgetown/Ogle is under an hour. There is no practical public road access from Georgetown for day visitors - river journeys are possible but take much longer and are not the usual visitor route.

  • Flights: scenic/charter flights only; plan for ~45-60 minutes from Georgetown by small aircraft.
  • Road/boat: overland/river access exists but is lengthy and used mostly for extended expeditions rather than day trips.
  • Local transport: on-site transfers are by foot between the strip and viewing areas; no taxi/ride-share services at the airstrip.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Kaieteur Airport #

The facility offering is minimal: expect basic seating and toilets; no shops, duty-free, or baggage services. There is no formal lounge or airline club. Wi‑Fi and charging points are generally unavailable; bring portable power. Accessibility is basic - terrain includes short unpaved walks and steps; assistance should be arranged in advance with your operator. There is no luggage storage or shower facilities on site.

Tips for Kaieteur Airport #

  • Flights to Kaieteur are highly weather-dependent - expect cancellations or delays and limited rescheduling options.
  • There are no ATMs or shops at the airstrip; bring cash, water and any snacks before departure from Georgetown.
  • Mobile signal is often weak or absent at the falls; download tickets/confirmations and offline maps beforehand.
  • Flights operate with small aircraft and light-baggage restrictions - check weight limits and pack accordingly.

Weather & Climate near Kaieteur Airport #

Climate

Kaieteur Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2333 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 56 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 19° - 28° 24° 291 mm overcast 78% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
February Good 19° - 28° 24° 149 mm overcast 76% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.8h
March Good 20° - 28° 24° 179 mm overcast 73% 1.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
April Good 20° - 29° 25° 149 mm overcast 77% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
May Good 21° - 29° 25° 246 mm overcast 88% 1.4 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
June Good 20° - 28° 24° 341 mm overcast 92% 1.3 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
July Good 20° - 28° 24° 226 mm partly cloudy 92% 1.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
August Very Good 21° - 29° 25° 198 mm partly cloudy 91% 1.3 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.2h
September Very Good 21° - 30° 25° 104 mm partly cloudy 87% 1.4 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
October Excellent 21° - 30° 25° 85 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
November Very Good 20° - 29° 25° 115 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.4 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
December Good 20° - 28° 24° 250 mm overcast 81% 1.6 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h

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