George Airport
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About George Airport
George Airport (IATA: GRJ, ICAO: FAGG) (Afrikaans: George Lughawe) is an airport located in George, Western Cape, South Africa. It was formerly known as P. W. Botha Airport, named after the state president who lived in this part of the country. The airport was originally built in 1977 as an exact replica of the Keetmanshoop Airport in Namibia, but since its expansion and renovation, it now looks completely different. George Airport has won the award for Africa's best airport in the category under two million passengers per year six times; the last time was in 2017. The award is given by Airports Council International (ACI).
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FAGGLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 6,562 ft / 2,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | George Approach | 128.200 MHz |
| GTE | APRON | 122.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.900 MHz |
Services & operations
George Airport serves over 800,000 passengers annually.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY W66 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAGG I | Class C | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TMA FAGG B | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CTA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL200 |
| CTR FAGG | Class D | CTR | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CAPE TOWN EAST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL145 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from George Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for George Airport?
The ICAO code for George Airport is FAGG, and its IATA code is GRJ.
Where is George Airport located?
George Airport is large airport located in George, South Africa, at an elevation of 648 ft (198 m).
How many runways does George Airport have?
George Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,562 ft / 2,000 m.
Which airlines fly to George Airport?
Airlines historically serving George Airport include Comair, Mango, South African Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from George Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from George Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is George Airport in?
George Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at George Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at George Airport is approximately 28.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near George Airport?
The nearest airport to George Airport is Leppan Airfield (ZA-0189), about 14.8 nm to the ene, followed by Mossel Bay Airport and Oudtshoorn Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. George Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.