Guernsey Airport (EGJB)
Medium airport · Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, Guernsey
Airport data
| Name | Guernsey Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | EGJB |
| IATA | GCI |
| Elevation | 336 ft (102 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 49°26'6" W 2°36'7" 49.43500, -2.60197 |
| Location | Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, Guernsey |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5,194 ft (1583 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Guernsey Airport at a glance
Guernsey Airport is a medium airport in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, Guernsey, known to airline systems as GCI. The field elevation of 336 ft (102 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at EGJB are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 5,194 ft (1583 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for EGJB shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Guernsey Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jersey Airport | EGJJ | 39 km (21 NM) |
| Alderney Airport | EGJA | 41 km (22 NM) |
| Cherbourg Manche airport | LFRC | 85 km (46 NM) |
| Granville Airport | LFRF | 97 km (52 NM) |
| Lannion Airport | LFRO | 99 km (53 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Guernsey Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 336 ft field elevation of Guernsey Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 2 airports and airfields we list for Guernsey — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Guernsey Airport
What is the ICAO code of Guernsey Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Guernsey Airport is EGJB, and its IATA code is GCI. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Guernsey Airport above sea level?
Guernsey Airport sits at an elevation of 336 feet (102 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Guernsey Airport located?
The airport lies at 49.4350, -2.6020 — in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, Guernsey, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Jersey Airport, about 39 km away.
Does EGJB publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for EGJB appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Guernsey Airport?
Guernsey Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 5,194 ft (1583 m) with a ASP surface.