Seward Airport — Seward, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Seward Airport (Seward) is SWD — its ICAO code is PAWD.
Distance & flight time from SWD
Seward Airport
Seward Airport (SWD) serves the coastal town of Seward, Alaska, situated on the scenic Kenai Peninsula at the head of Resurrection Bay. Surrounded by mountains and glaciers, the airport supports general aviation, air taxi services, and tourism-related flights connecting visitors to fishing charters, wildlife viewing, and Kenai Fjords National Park excursions. SWD's single runway accommodates small aircraft, as Seward's economy also relies heavily on its deep-water port and cruise ship traffic during summer months. Weather conditions, including fog rolling in from the bay, frequently influence flight operations. As a gateway to some of Alaska's most dramatic coastal scenery, Seward Airport plays a modest but meaningful role in regional transportation and tourism access.
Runways at Seward Airport (SWD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 4249 ft (1295 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASPH-G |
| 16/34 | 2289 ft (698 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASPH-G |
Radio frequencies for Seward Airport (SWD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.2 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.9 MHz |
| FSS | KENAI RDO | 122.6 MHz |
Airports near Seward Airport (SWD)
- Soldotna Airport (SXQ) — 97.1 km (60.3 mi)
- Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) — 111.8 km (69.5 mi)
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) — 120.7 km (75.0 mi)
- Merrill Field (MRI) — 122.6 km (76.2 mi)
- Elmendorf Air Force Base (EDF) — 126.5 km (78.6 mi)
- Homer Airport (HOM) — 127.0 km (78.9 mi)
- Wasilla Airport (WWA) — 160.4 km (99.7 mi)
- Warren "Bud" Woods Palmer Municipal Airport (PAQ) — 163.8 km (101.8 mi)
SWD, Seward Airport on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula, supports air taxi and tourism flights near Kenai Fjords National Park, complementing Seward's cruise port and fishing industry.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Seward Airport?
The IATA code for Seward Airport is SWD.
What is the ICAO code for Seward Airport?
The ICAO code for Seward Airport is PAWD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.