Macapá to Cayenne flights
Cayenne lies 563 km (350 mi) north of Macapá, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 28 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Macapá | Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | French Guiana |
| Population | 512,902 | 61,550 |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Belem) | UTC-3 (America/Cayenne) |
| Nearest large airport | MCP, 1 km out | CAY, 13 km out |
| Postal codes | 68900-000 | 97300–97399 CEDEX |
What changes when you arrive in Cayenne
Crossing from Brazil into French Guiana: money changes from the Real to the Euro (EUR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +594.
Airports at each end
Leaving Macapá
Macapá is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Macapá - Alberto Alcolumbre International Airport (MCP), 1 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Cayenne
Cayenne is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (CAY), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 10,486-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport | CAY | 13 km (8 mi) | 10,486 ft | 26 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cayenne from Macapá?
563 km (350 mi) in a straight line, north of Macapá.
How long does it take to get from Macapá to Cayenne by air?
About 1 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Macapá and Cayenne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Macapá to Cayenne flights?
Typically Macapá - Alberto Alcolumbre International Airport (MCP) to Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (CAY).
What currency do I need in Cayenne?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.