Large airport · George, South Africa
George Airport
George Airport is a large airport serving George, South Africa. Its IATA code is GRJ. Its ICAO code is FAGG. It has 1 runway, longest 6,562 ft (ASP). Elevation 648 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | George, South Africa |
|---|---|
| IATA code | GRJ |
| ICAO code | FAGG |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 6,562 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 648 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 34.0056° S, 22.3789° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
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.
Official website: https://www.airports.co.za/airports/george-airport — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to George Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Wilderness National Park · South Africa · 13.2 miles away
- Tsitsikamma National Park · South Africa · 86.9 miles away
- De Hoop Nature Reserve · South Africa · 108.7 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for George Airport?
George Airport — its IATA code is GRJ and its ICAO code is FAGG.
Where is George Airport located?
George Airport serves George, South Africa. Its coordinates are 34.0056° S, 22.3789° E.
What is the history of George Airport?
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.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2783
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.