UCN · GLBU · Buchanan Airport

Buchanan Airport (UCN)

Buchanan, Liberia · small airport · 5.905° -10.058° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeUCN
ICAO CodeGLBU
Typesmall airport
NameBuchanan Airport
MunicipalityBuchanan
CountryLiberia
ContinentAF
Latitude5.905° N
Longitude-10.058° W
Elevation41 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryLiberia
ISO Code
RegionBuchanan
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving UCN

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.9°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Buchanan Airport (UCN/GLBU) is a small regional airport serving the port city of Buchanan in Grand Bassa County, Liberia. It primarily handles light aircraft and charter flights supporting local industry and community transport along the country's Atlantic coast. The facility plays a supporting role to Roberts International Airport, the country's main international gateway.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting the area, combine your trip with a stop at the nearby Buchanan port, one of Liberia's key iron ore export terminals, where you can observe large vessels at anchor just offshore.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport to and from the airport typically relies on taxis or private vehicles, as public transit options are limited in the Buchanan area. Travelers should arrange transportation in advance, especially for arrivals outside daylight hours. The road connecting Buchanan to Monrovia and other major towns can be slow, so allow extra travel time.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Buchanan Airport handle international flights?
A: No, Buchanan Airport is a small regional facility that primarily serves domestic and charter operations, not scheduled international flights.

Q: What is Buchanan Airport mainly used for?
A: The airport mainly supports light aircraft, charter flights, and general aviation tied to local industry and community needs in Grand Bassa County.

Q: Are there scheduled airline services at Buchanan Airport?
A: Scheduled commercial service is very limited; most flights are charter or private operations.

Q: Where is Buchanan Airport located relative to the city?
A: The airport is situated near Buchanan, a coastal port city roughly 100 km southeast of Monrovia.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
ROB Roberts International Airport Monrovia, Liberia 49.6 km 30.8 mi View →
RVC River Cess Airport and Heliport River Cess, Liberia 71.1 km 44.2 mi View →
MLW Spriggs Payne Airport Monrovia, Liberia 88.4 km 54.9 mi View →
TPT Tapeta Airport Tapeta, Liberia 146.5 km 91.0 mi View →
SNI Greenville/Sinoe Airport Greenville, Liberia 146.8 km 91.2 mi View →

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