Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 20m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport
Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport, also known as Gbessia International Airport, is an airport serving Conakry, capital of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa. It parallels the south shore of the Kaloum Peninsula approximately five kilometers from its tip. Autoroute Fidel Castro connects the airport to Conakry proper.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
GUCYNOTAMs
GUCYReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 10,826 ft / 3,300 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | AIR GND | 658.900 MHz |
| APP | APP | 119.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 129.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Services & operations
L'aéroport international de Conakry-Gbessia, le plus grand de Guinée, dispose d'une piste de 3300m.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 20% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12% | 1,683 ft | |
| Feb | 17% | 1,720 ft | |
| Mar | 44% | 1,745 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | 1,782 ft | |
| May | 80% | 1,755 ft | |
| Jun | 56% | 1,626 ft | |
| Jul | 24% | 1,408 ft | |
| Aug | 22% | 1,371 ft | |
| Sep | 38% | 1,482 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | 1,626 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | 1,741 ft | |
| Dec | 26% | 1,727 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,371–1,782 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport?
The ICAO code for Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport is GUCY, and its IATA code is CKY.
Where is Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport located?
Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport is large airport located in Conakry, Guinea, at an elevation of 72 ft (22 m).
How many runways does Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport have?
Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,826 ft / 3,300 m.
Which airlines fly to Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, Atlant-Soyuz Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Dennis Sky, Ethiopian Airlines, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport?
Historical data lists 8 nonstop destinations from Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport in?
Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport is in the Africa/Conakry time zone (UTC).
What is the magnetic variation at Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport is approximately 5.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport?
The nearest airport to Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport is Fria Airport (FIG), about 46.5 nm to the n, followed by Lungi International Airport and Hastings Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.