Talkeetna Airport — Talkeetna, United States
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Distance & flight time from TKA
Talkeetna Airport
Talkeetna Airport, coded TKA, sits in the small Alaskan town of Talkeetna, widely known as the primary staging point for mountaineering expeditions to Denali, North America's tallest peak. The airport supports air taxi operators offering flightseeing tours and glacier landings, along with charter flights transporting climbers and their gear toward base camps on the mountain. Talkeetna itself has a frontier character, blending tourism with its historical role as a railroad and mining town. TKA's runway and adjacent float pond enable both wheeled and seaplane operations, making it a versatile hub for adventure tourism. Visitors often pass through TKA en route to some of Alaska's most dramatic wilderness scenery.
Runways at Talkeetna Airport (TKA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/19 | 3500 ft (1067 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | Asphalt |
Radio frequencies for Talkeetna Airport (TKA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF FSS | Talkeetna Flight Service Station / CTAF | 123.6 MHz |
Airports near Talkeetna Airport (TKA)
- Wasilla Airport (WWA) — 88.2 km (54.8 mi)
- Warren "Bud" Woods Palmer Municipal Airport (PAQ) — 96.3 km (59.8 mi)
- Elmendorf Air Force Base (EDF) — 119.8 km (74.4 mi)
- Merrill Field (MRI) — 123.9 km (77.0 mi)
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) — 127.0 km (78.9 mi)
- Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) — 203.9 km (126.7 mi)
- Soldotna Airport (SXQ) — 211.3 km (131.3 mi)
- Gulkana Airport (GKN) — 240.9 km (149.7 mi)
TKA serves Talkeetna, Alaska, the main gateway for Denali climbing expeditions and scenic flightseeing tours over North America's tallest mountain.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Talkeetna Airport?
The IATA code for Talkeetna Airport is TKA.
What is the ICAO code for Talkeetna Airport?
The ICAO code for Talkeetna Airport is PATK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.