Cheddi Jagan International Airport: A Gateway to Guyana’s Growing Global Connectivity - Ranked #1 in the Caribbean, #2 in LAC

April 28, 2026•1 min read

Guyana’s rapid economic expansion is now being reflected in the performance of its key infrastructure, with the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) ranked #1 in the Caribbean for Overall Passenger Experience and #2 across Latin America and the Caribbean in the Q1 2026 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) rankings. Based on independent, passenger-driven assessments across more than 50 service indicators, the recognition points to tangible improvements in efficiency, technology integration, and service delivery. This progress aligns with broader national trends, where sustained high GDP growth and increased global interest have driven a surge in business travel and visitor arrivals, up 22% in 2025, with projections of approximately 550,000 visitors by 2026.

For the private sector, CJIA’s performance is more than a milestone; it is an enabling factor. Expanded airlift, with airline presence growing from 5 to 16 carriers, alongside investments such as e-gates and a new terminal, is directly improving connectivity, reducing friction for travellers, and supporting the scale-up of tourism and business activity. From an SGCC perspective, this reinforces a key dynamic: as Guyana’s investment-driven growth continues to attract international attention, supporting infrastructure is evolving in parallel to facilitate that movement. For businesses across the Guyana-Suriname corridor, this creates stronger entry points into tourism, services, and cross-border experiences - a timely opportunity to engage with stakeholders shaping this increasingly connected regional market.

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