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Owen Roberts International Airport

Also known as: GCM Airport, Grand Cayman Airport, Cayman Islands Airport, Owen Roberts Airport, Cayman Airport. Formerly Grand Cayman Island Airport.

GCM · MWCR · George Town

Airport facts

Name
Owen Roberts International Airport
IATA code
GCM
ICAO code
MWCR
City
George Town
Country
Cayman Islands
Address
Owen Roberts Drive, George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Coordinates
19.2928, -81.3577
Time zone
America/Cayman
Terminals
One passenger terminal, expanded and reopened in March 2019, handling all arrivals and departures.

About Owen Roberts International Airport

Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) is the main airport of the Cayman Islands, on the edge of George Town, the capital, on Grand Cayman. It is run by the Cayman Islands Airports Authority and is the islands' gateway for flights from the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

Cayman Airways, the national airline, flies to Miami, Tampa, Los Angeles, Kingston, Panama City and other cities, and its Express service links Grand Cayman with Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. American Airlines, Delta, United, JetBlue and Southwest fly from US hubs, Air Canada, WestJet and Porter from Toronto and Ottawa, and British Airways from London Heathrow. The airport handled 1,420,354 passengers in 2025, a record.

All flights use one terminal, expanded and reopened in 2019, with a single arrivals hall and one departure lounge. Most major car rental companies are across the street.

The airport sits just east of downtown George Town and the cruise port, at the south end of Seven Mile Beach. From here travelers head to the hotels and condos of Seven Mile Beach and Camana Bay, to West Bay, or along the coast road to Bodden Town, East End and Rum Point.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Cayman Islands Airports Authority

Passengers per year

1,420,354 in 2025

Runway

One, 08/26

Terminal

One terminal, expanded and reopened in March 2019

Former name

Grand Cayman Island Airport

Arrival tips for Owen Roberts International Airport

After you leave the aircraft, you go through immigration first. Have your passport ready and be prepared to show a return or onward ticket and where you are staying; visitors are usually granted permission to land for the length of their stay.

Next comes baggage claim, then customs. Visitors with nothing to declare and within their duty-free allowance generally do not need to fill in a customs declaration card; if you are over the allowance or unsure about an item, speak to a Customs and Border Control officer. Cannabis in all forms, including CBD and THC products, is prohibited.

Once through customs you walk out to the arrivals greeting area in front of the terminal. Taxis are dispatched from there in order by the airport's ground transport attendant, and pre-booked drivers and hotel representatives wait in the same area. Car rental offices are a short walk across the street, following the signs.

The Cayman Islands use the Cayman Islands dollar, and US dollars are widely accepted. Remember that traffic drives on the left.

Ground transportation

A taxi or a pre-booked transfer is the usual way to reach Seven Mile Beach and the rest of the island.

  • Taxi from Grand Cayman airport

    Taxis wait in the arrivals greeting area and are dispatched in order by the airport's ground transport attendant, with fares set by a national fare schedule. You get a dispatch ticket that names your driver.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked driver meets you in the arrivals greeting area, useful for families, groups, villas in the East End or North Side, and late arrivals.

  • Car rental

    Most major car rental companies are a short walk across the street from the terminal. Traffic drives on the left, which takes some getting used to.

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Terminals

Main Terminal

The single terminal handles every international and inter-island flight, with one arrivals hall and one departure lounge.

Airlines and destinations

All airlines use the one terminal.

Air Canada

Toronto

American Airlines

Charlotte, Miami, Chicago O'Hare (seasonal), Dallas/Fort Worth (seasonal), Philadelphia (seasonal)

British Airways

London Heathrow, Nassau

Cayman Airways

Cayman Brac, Kingston, La Ceiba, Los Angeles, Miami, Panama City, Tampa, Austin (seasonal), Denver (seasonal), Montego Bay (seasonal)

Cayman Airways Express

Cayman Brac, Little Cayman

Delta Air Lines

Atlanta, Detroit (seasonal), Minneapolis/St. Paul (seasonal), New York JFK (seasonal)

JetBlue

Fort Lauderdale, New York JFK, Boston (seasonal)

Porter Airlines

Ottawa (seasonal), Toronto (seasonal)

Southwest Airlines

Orlando, Baltimore (seasonal)

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis/St. Paul (seasonal)

United Airlines

Houston, Chicago O'Hare (seasonal), Newark (seasonal), Washington Dulles (seasonal)

WestJet

Toronto

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi

    Wireless internet access is available throughout the terminal, including the departure lounge.

  • ATM

    An ATM is in the check-in concourse.

  • Duty-free shopping

    Duty-free shops in the departure lounge sell jewelry, liquor and cigars.

  • Restaurants

    The departure lounge has grab-and-go, fast-food and full-service restaurant options.

  • Car rental key drop

    A key drop box for all rental car companies is in the check-in concourse.

  • Ground Transportation Unit

    At the taxi stand, where staff dispatch taxis and can exchange US dollars for Cayman Islands dollar bills for the parking machines.

  • Lost and found

    The Cayman Islands Airports Authority handles items left in the terminal; contact its customer service team.

Airport lounges

  • Sir Turtle Club Lounge

    Cayman Airways' lounge, reopened in August 2022, for Cayman Airways Business Class passengers, Sir Turtle Club members and Sir Turtle Rewards Platinum and Gold members.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Ask your airline for wheelchair or mobility assistance when you book, ideally at least 48 hours before you fly, and confirm it at check-in.

  • Hidden disabilities

    The Cayman Islands Airports Authority has a program for passengers with non-visible disabilities; contact its customer service team before you travel for details.

Parking

Short Term Parking

At the terminal, paid at an automated machine that gives change in Cayman Islands dollars.

Long Term Parking

At the terminal, paid at the same automated machines. US dollars can be exchanged for Cayman Islands dollar bills at the Ground Transportation Unit by the taxi stand.

Frequently asked questions

Which airport do I fly into for Grand Cayman?

You fly into Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM), the main airport of the Cayman Islands, in George Town on Grand Cayman. Many travelers simply call it Grand Cayman airport or GCM. Direct flights arrive from the United States, Canada and London Heathrow, and Cayman Airways connects it with Jamaica, Panama and Honduras.

How far is Grand Cayman airport from Seven Mile Beach?

Grand Cayman airport sits at the south end of Seven Mile Beach, on the edge of George Town. Hotels at the southern end of the beach are only a few minutes away by road, while those farther north toward West Bay take longer, especially at rush hour along West Bay Road and the Esterley Tibbetts Highway.

How far is Grand Cayman airport from George Town?

The airport is on the eastern edge of George Town, the capital, so downtown and the cruise port are a short drive away. Taxis wait in the arrivals greeting area, and car rental offices are across the street from the terminal.

How many terminals does Grand Cayman airport have?

Owen Roberts International Airport has one passenger terminal, expanded and reopened in March 2019. Every international and inter-island flight uses it, with one arrivals hall and one departure lounge, so there is no terminal to choose and no transfer between terminals.

Which airlines fly to Grand Cayman?

Cayman Airways, the national airline, flies to Miami, Tampa, Los Angeles, Kingston, Panama City and other cities. American Airlines, Delta, United, JetBlue and Southwest fly from US cities, Air Canada, WestJet and Porter from Canada, and British Airways from London Heathrow. Several routes are seasonal.

What do I need to enter the Cayman Islands?

You need a passport valid beyond your return date and a return or onward ticket, and an officer may ask how you will support yourself during your stay. Visitors from some countries also need a Cayman Islands visa, so check the rules for your nationality before you fly. Visitors can be granted up to six months.

Do I need to fill in a customs form when I land in Grand Cayman?

Usually not. Visitors with nothing to declare and within their duty-free allowance are generally not required to complete a customs declaration card. If you are over the allowance or unsure about an item, declare it or speak to a Customs and Border Control officer. Cannabis, including CBD and THC products, is prohibited.

What currency is used in Grand Cayman?

The Cayman Islands dollar is the local currency, and US dollars are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and taxis. Change is often given in Cayman Islands dollars. The airport parking machines give change in local currency, and the Ground Transportation Unit at the taxi stand can exchange US dollars for local bills.

Where do I find a taxi at Grand Cayman airport?

Taxis wait in the arrivals greeting area outside the terminal and are dispatched in order by the airport's ground transport attendant. Fares follow a national fare schedule, and you receive a dispatch ticket that names your driver. The free CI:GO app quotes taxi fares before you ride.

Can I rent a car at Grand Cayman airport?

Yes. Most major car rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Hertz, National, Sixt and several local firms, have offices a short walk across the street from the terminal, with signs to guide you. Traffic in the Cayman Islands drives on the left.

Is there a lounge at Grand Cayman airport?

Yes. Cayman Airways' Sir Turtle Club Lounge, reopened in August 2022, is open to Cayman Airways Business Class passengers, Sir Turtle Club members and Sir Turtle Rewards Platinum and Gold members. The departure lounge also has duty-free shops, restaurants and Wi-Fi for all passengers.

Where can I park at Grand Cayman airport?

The airport has Short Term and Long Term parking lots by the terminal. Both are paid at automated machines that give change in Cayman Islands dollars. US dollars can be exchanged for local bills at the Ground Transportation Unit by the taxi stand.

How do I get from Grand Cayman to Cayman Brac or Little Cayman?

Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are separate islands with no road link to Grand Cayman. Cayman Airways Express flies from Owen Roberts International Airport to both, so you connect at the same terminal rather than traveling by road. Book the inter-island flight as part of your ticket or separately, and allow time for baggage claim and check-in.

Why book with Airport Transportation?

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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