St Paul Island Airport — St Paul Island, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSt Paul Island Airport in St Paul Island uses the IATA code SNP, with PASN as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from SNP
St Paul Island Airport
St. Paul Island Airport, coded SNP, serves the remote Pribilof Islands community of St. Paul in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska. This isolated volcanic island, historically tied to the fur seal and fishing industries, depends entirely on SNP for passenger travel, mail, and supplies, given the extreme distance from mainland Alaska and the absence of road or ferry alternatives for regular transport. The airport is also known among birdwatchers, as St. Paul Island hosts globally significant seabird colonies that attract wildlife tourism during summer months. Harsh Bering Sea weather, including frequent fog and high winds, makes operations at SNP challenging, underscoring the resilience required to maintain reliable air service to this far-flung Alaskan outpost.
Runways at St Paul Island Airport (SNP)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 6500 ft (1981 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for St Paul Island Airport (SNP)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.75 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.1 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.3 MHz |
| FSS | COLD BAY RDO | 122.45 MHz |
| MISC | NWS OBSVR | 122 MHz |
Airports near St Paul Island Airport (SNP)
- St George Airport (STG) — 73.8 km (45.9 mi)
- Mekoryuk Airport (MYU) — 422.9 km (262.8 mi)
- Tom Madsen (Dutch Harbor) Airport (DUT) — 430.6 km (267.6 mi)
- Cape Newenham LRRS Airport (EHM) — 509.0 km (316.3 mi)
- Cold Bay Airport (CDB) — 512.1 km (318.2 mi)
- Platinum Airport (PTU) — 534.1 km (331.9 mi)
- Cape Romanzof LRRS Airport (CZF) — 564.6 km (350.8 mi)
- Bethel Airport (BET) — 625.6 km (388.7 mi)
SNP, St. Paul Island Airport, is the sole transport lifeline for this remote Pribilof Islands community in the Bering Sea, serving fishing families, researchers, and seabird-watching tourists alike.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for St Paul Island Airport?
The IATA code for St Paul Island Airport is SNP.
What is the ICAO code for St Paul Island Airport?
The ICAO code for St Paul Island Airport is PASN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.