Owen Roberts International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Owen Roberts International Airport
Owen Roberts International Airport is an airport serving Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. It is the main international airport for the Cayman Islands as well as the main base for Cayman Airways. The airport is named after British Royal Air Force (RAF) Wing Commander Owen Roberts, a pioneer of commercial aviation in the country, and is one of the two entrance ports to the Cayman Islands.
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Live weather
MWCRNOTAMs
MWCRReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 7,867 ft / 2,398 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | GRAND CAYMAN APP | 120.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 132.350 MHz |
| CNTR | KINGSTON CON | 128.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.000 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: E (from about 90°), on 24% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86% | 1,255 ft | |
| Feb | 90% | 1,300 ft | |
| Mar | 92% | 1,411 ft | |
| Apr | 92% | 1,567 ft | |
| May | 90% | 1,703 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 1,740 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | 1,775 ft | |
| Aug | 88% | 1,841 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,878 ft | |
| Oct | 88% | 1,767 ft | |
| Nov | 87% | 1,604 ft | |
| Dec | 90% | 1,411 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,255–1,878 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Owen Roberts International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Owen Roberts International Airport?
The ICAO code for Owen Roberts International Airport is MWCR, and its IATA code is GCM.
Where is Owen Roberts International Airport located?
Owen Roberts International Airport is large airport located in George Town, Cayman Islands, at an elevation of 8 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Owen Roberts International Airport have?
Owen Roberts International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,867 ft / 2,398 m.
Which airlines fly to Owen Roberts International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Owen Roberts International Airport include Air Canada, American Airlines, British Airways, Cayman Airways, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, among 10 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Owen Roberts International Airport?
Historical data lists 18 nonstop destinations from Owen Roberts International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Owen Roberts International Airport in?
Owen Roberts International Airport is in the America/Cayman time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Owen Roberts International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Owen Roberts International Airport is approximately 5.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Owen Roberts International Airport?
The nearest airport to Owen Roberts International Airport is Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield (LYB), about 75.1 nm to the ene.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Owen Roberts International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.