Charles Kirkconnell Airport (CYB) is a small international airport located on the island of Grand Cayman, in the British Overseas Territory of the Cayman Islands. It is the only international airport in the Cayman Islands, and it serves as a hub for Cayman Airways.
The airport is named after Charles Kirkconnell, who was the Chief Minister of the Cayman Islands from 1976 to 1981. He is credited with overseeing the development of the airport, which opened in 1977.
CYB is a relatively small airport, but it is well-equipped and offers a variety of amenities to its passengers. There are several shops and restaurants in the airport, as well as a duty-free shop. The airport also has a business center, a conference room, and a children’s play area.
General Information about Charles Kirkconnell International Airport
The following table is an overview of CYB Airport indicated below:
| Airport | Captain Charles Kirkconnell International Airport |
| Airport Type | Public |
| Charles Kirkconnell Airport Code | CYB |
| Charles Kirkconnell Airport Terminals | 1 |
| Serves | Cayman Brac |
| Operator | Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) |
| Hub For | Cayman Airways |
| CYB Airport Runways | 1 |
| CYB Airport Coordinates | 19°41′13″N 79°52′58″W |
| Charles Kirkconnell Airport Address | M4QC+X63, Church Cl, West End, Cayman Islands |
| Official Phone Number | 1 345-948-1222 |
| Official Website | https://www.caymanairports.com |
| Elevation | 8 ft / 2 m |
Charles Kirkconnell Airport Code
Charles Kirkconnell Airport code is CYB. This three-letter IATA code has been derived from the name of the airport itself.
| IATA CODE | CYB |
| ICAO CODE | MWCB |
| FAA CODE | NA |
| WORLD AREA CODE | +1 |
| COUNTRY CODE | USA |
| IATA METROPOLITAN CODE | CYB |
Charles Kirkconnell International Airport Map
The Charles Kirkconnell Airport location Map is a useful tool for finding your way around the airport, and for planning your journey.
Charles Kirkconnell International Airport Runways
Charles Kirkconnell Airport features one state-of-the-art runway:
| Name | Length in (Mtr) | Length in (Ft) | Surface |
| 09/27 | 1,848 | 6,063 | Asphalt |
Charles Kirkconnell Airport Terminal
Charles Kirkconnell Airport has one terminal, which is divided into two sections: the domestic terminal and the international terminal.
The domestic terminal is responsible for handling all flights within Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is a relatively small terminal, but it offers all of the essential amenities and services that passengers need, including a check-in area, a security checkpoint, and a baggage claim area.
The international terminal is responsible for handling all flights to and from other countries. It is a larger terminal than the domestic terminal and offers a wider range of amenities and services, including a duty-free shop, restaurants, and a currency exchange bureau.
Nearest Airports to Charles Kirkconnell International Airport
Some of the closest airports to CYB Airport are:
- Owen Roberts International Airport – 161 km
- Sangster International Airport – 245 km
- Vilo Acuña Airport – 277 km
- Edward Bodden Airfield – 21 km
- Owen Roberts International Airport – 161 km
- Sangster International Airport – 245 km
Airlines Operating from Charles Kirkconnell International Airport
The following airlines operate from Charles Kirkconnell Airport:
- Cayman Airways
- Cayman Airways Express
- Island Air
