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Remote gateway to the deep Amazon interior of French Guiana.
Location
Maripasoula, French Guiana
Maripasoula Airport (IATA: MPY, ICAO: SOOA) serves the remote commune of Maripasoula in the far southwest of French Guiana, a French overseas territory on the northeastern coast of South America. Located deep in the Amazon rainforest along the Maroni River, the airport provides one of the only practical links between Maripasoula and the coastal capital, Cayenne.
The airport handles light regional aircraft and is primarily served by small carriers operating scheduled flights to Cayenne's Félix Eboué Airport. Given the near-total absence of road infrastructure connecting Maripasoula to the coast, air travel is essential for residents, medical emergencies, and supply logistics.
The facility is basic in nature, reflecting the small population and remote character of the area. It plays a critical role in supporting the local community, indigenous populations, and gold-mining activity in the surrounding region.
Terminals
The airport has a minimal terminal facility suited to small regional operations with limited passenger amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport within Maripasoula is limited, with taxi and informal vehicle services connecting the airport to the town center.
Airlines here
Air Guyane is the principal carrier serving Maripasoula with scheduled regional flights.
Notable facts
- ›Maripasoula is one of the most remote communes in French Guiana, accessible mainly by air or river.
- ›The airport runway is unpaved or semi-prepared, suitable only for small turboprop or piston aircraft.
- ›No direct road connection exists between Maripasoula and the coast, making the airport critical for supply and medical evacuation.
- ›The surrounding region is known for artisanal gold mining and dense Amazonian rainforest.
- ›The Maroni River, forming the border with Suriname, lies near the town and airport.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
