José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport
The airport guide for Guayaquil and its urban perimeter.
Search aircraft on LineaumJosé Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE/SEGU) is the airport for Guayaquil. Ecuador’s AIP identifies it within the urban perimeter, north of the city, and publishes a paved runway of 2,790 metres.
Confirm current aeronautical information, handling, customs, aircraft acceptance and the passenger’s ground destination. The airport’s urban position does not guarantee a particular road transfer time or aircraft acceptance.
- Distance
- Within the urban perimeter
- Runway
- 2,790m
- Operating
- Check current Ecuador AIP, NOTAMs, airport and handler information for each movement.
- Fuel
- Confirm fuel and handling arrangements with the airport or operator
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration procedures with the operator and handling provider.
- FBOs
- Confirm directly
Private aviation suitability
Ecuador’s AIP identifies the airport within Guayaquil’s urban perimeter and publishes its runway and aerodrome information.
- Guayaquil city access
- Airport-specific GYE requests
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- 2,790m
- Published hours
- Check current Ecuador AIP, NOTAMs, airport and handler information for each movement.
- Fuel
- Confirm fuel and handling arrangements with the airport or operator
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration procedures with the operator and handling provider.
- ICAO
- SEGU
- IATA
- GYE
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 03/21
- Length
- 2,790m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Other constraints
- Urban location, runway condition, weather, aircraft performance, handling and current airport procedures require movement-specific review.
FBO and handling
This guide does not identify a current FBO or handling provider. Confirm the provider, operating hours and services directly before travel.
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- Aircraft accepted under current airport procedures and verified performance
Verify runway, payload, weather, aircraft performance, handling and operator approval.
Access to Guayaquil
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Within Guayaquil’s urban perimeter
- Planning note
- The Ecuador AIP places the airport north of the city. Actual road time depends on destination and traffic.
Destination served
This airport guide covers private-aviation access for the destination.
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Frequently asked questions: GYE
What are the codes for Guayaquil’s airport?
José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport uses IATA code GYE and ICAO code SEGU.
Is GYE outside the city?
The Ecuador AIP places it within the urban perimeter, north of Guayaquil. Ground time still depends on traffic and address.
Can every private aircraft use GYE?
No blanket aircraft fit is claimed. Verify airport procedures, handling and aircraft performance for the actual movement.
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