THE Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) has retained its position as the number one airport in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to the third-quarter 2026 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey results, marking another achievement for Guyana’s expanding aviation sector.
The ranking, announced by the Cheddi Jagan International Airport Corporation (CJIAC), is based on passenger feedback collected through the ASQ programme administered by Airports Council International (ACI), a globally recognised benchmark for measuring passenger satisfaction with airport services.
The assessment covers several aspects of the passenger experience, including check-in and security processing, cleanliness, thermal comfort, signage, and the helpfulness and courtesy of frontline personnel.
Chief Executive Officer of CJIAC, Ramesh Ghir, described the airport’s continued regional ranking as a significant milestone, crediting the achievement to the collective efforts of airport employees and stakeholders.
He acknowledged the contributions of frontline staff, security personnel, immigration officers and airline partners, whose work continues to shape the experience of passengers travelling through Guyana’s main international gateway.
Ghir also reaffirmed the corporation’s commitment to maintaining high service standards as international passenger traffic continues to increase.
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, welcomed the recognition, noting that it reflects the Government’s continued investment in modernising Guyana’s aviation infrastructure and strengthening the country’s position as a regional aviation hub.
The Minister emphasised that infrastructural development, coupled with improvements in service delivery, remains critical to ensuring that passengers benefit from a safe, efficient and comfortable travel experience.
The latest recognition comes as the airport continues to undergo major infrastructural improvements aimed at accommodating growing international passenger volumes and enhancing operational efficiency.
Among the ongoing developments are the rehabilitation of runways and taxiways, expansion of terminal capacity, modernisation of boarding bridges and automated baggage systems, and upgrades to airfield security infrastructure.
Further improvements to commercial spaces and executive lounges are also being pursued, while investments in the surrounding hospitality sector are expected to complement the airport’s modernisation.
The Government has identified aviation as a critical component of Guyana’s economic transformation, with continued investments intended to strengthen international connectivity, support tourism and facilitate increased business travel.