Yakutat Airport — Yakutat, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereYakutat Airport in Yakutat uses the IATA code YAK, with PAYA as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YAK
Yakutat Airport
Yakutat Airport, coded YAK, serves the remote coastal community of Yakutat, Alaska, nestled between the Gulf of Alaska and towering coastal mountain ranges. This isolated airport provides the primary transportation link for a town accessible mainly by air or sea, given the absence of connecting road networks to Alaska's broader highway system. Yakutat has become known among surfers for its unexpectedly strong Gulf of Alaska swells, alongside its renowned salmon and halibut fishing opportunities. The airport also served historical significance during World War II as a military installation before transitioning to civilian use. Scheduled flights connect Yakutat to Juneau, Anchorage, and other Alaskan hubs, sustaining this small community's fishing, tourism, and subsistence lifestyle economy.
Runways at Yakutat Airport (YAK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 6475 ft (1974 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CONC-F |
| 11/29 | 7732 ft (2357 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASPH-G |
Radio frequencies for Yakutat Airport (YAK)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Yakutat Airport (YAK)
- Haines Junction Airport (YHT) — 184.3 km (114.5 mi)
- Burwash Airport (YDB) — 209.9 km (130.4 mi)
- Haines Airport (HNS) — 236.1 km (146.7 mi)
- Gustavus Airport (GST) — 256.6 km (159.4 mi)
- Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) — 287.4 km (178.6 mi)
- Juneau International Airport (JNU) — 318.7 km (198.0 mi)
- Beaver Creek Airport (YXQ) — 329.1 km (204.5 mi)
- Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport (CDV) — 341.3 km (212.1 mi)
Yakutat Airport (YAK) connects this remote Alaskan coastal town to Juneau and Anchorage, supporting surfers, salmon fishing tourism, and a community isolated from Alaska's road network.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Yakutat Airport?
The IATA code for Yakutat Airport is YAK.
What is the ICAO code for Yakutat Airport?
The ICAO code for Yakutat Airport is PAYA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.