Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport — Elkins, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport (Elkins) is EKN — its ICAO code is KEKN.
Distance & flight time from EKN
Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport
Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport, coded EKN, serves the city of Elkins in the mountainous Randolph County area of West Virginia. The airport has historically received Essential Air Service subsidies, which support scheduled commercial flights connecting small, rural communities like Elkins to larger hub airports when the routes would not otherwise be commercially viable. Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, EKN provides a vital link for the surrounding region, supporting business travel, tourism tied to nearby outdoor recreation areas, and general aviation activity. The airport features a modest single terminal and a runway suited to regional turboprop aircraft rather than large jets, reflecting its role as a small community airport.
Runways at Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport (EKN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 4501 ft (1372 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 4544 ft (1385 m) | 140 ft (43 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport (EKN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CLARKSBURG APP/DEP | 121.15 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.275 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.6 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.2 MHz |
Airports near Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport (EKN)
- North Central West Virginia Airport (CKB) — 55.4 km (34.4 mi)
- Morgantown Municipal Airport Walter L. (Bill) Hart Field (MGW) — 83.9 km (52.1 mi)
- Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) — 108.8 km (67.6 mi)
- Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB) — 124.1 km (77.1 mi)
- Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB) — 145.5 km (90.4 mi)
- Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) — 148.0 km (92.0 mi)
- Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG) — 158.1 km (98.2 mi)
- Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) — 158.9 km (98.7 mi)
EKN is a small regional airport reliant on Essential Air Service; searchers looking for flights near Elkins, West Virginia should expect limited daily departures on small aircraft rather than major-carrier jet service.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport is EKN.
What is the ICAO code for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport is KEKN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.