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Gbangbatok Airport (GBK)

Gbangbatok, Sierra Leone · small airport · 7.813° -12.378° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeGBK
ICAO CodeGFGK
Typesmall airport
NameGbangbatok Airport
MunicipalityGbangbatok
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAF
Latitude7.813° N
Longitude-12.378° W
Elevation75 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySierra Leone
ISO Code
RegionGbangbatok
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
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 GBK

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.8°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

Gbangbatok Airport (GBK/GFGK) is a small regional airfield serving the town of Gbangbatok in the Moyamba District of Sierra Leone's Southern Province. It primarily supports light aircraft and charter operations, providing vital access to an area otherwise connected by rough rural roads. The airport plays a modest but important role in regional connectivity within Sierra Leone, particularly for humanitarian and government flights.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your charter or flight arrangements well in advance, as Gbangbatok Airport does not have regular scheduled service and landing permissions or refueling may need to be coordinated with local authorities or your operator before arrival.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to Gbangbatok from the airport typically requires a private vehicle or local taxi, as public transport options at the airfield itself are limited. The road network in this part of Sierra Leone can be unpaved and challenging, especially during the rainy season. Travelers should arrange ground transport in advance through a local contact or accommodation provider.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Gbangbatok Airport?
A: Its IATA code is GBK and its ICAO code is GFGK.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Gbangbatok?
A: Scheduled commercial service is very limited or nonexistent; the airport mostly handles charter, private, and light aircraft operations.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small regional airstrip, facilities are minimal, typically consisting of a basic runway and small terminal area. Travelers should not expect extensive amenities.

Q: Is the airport suitable for larger aircraft?
A: No, the runway and infrastructure are designed for small and light aircraft only.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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