Drive time to Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP)

Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP / PAKP) is a medium-sized airport serving Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska. It sits 2,102 feet above sea level and has 1 runway, the longest 4,800 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is NUI (Nuiqsut Airport), 145 miles north.

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Distance
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by road
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at the terminal
Domestic
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before departure
International
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before departure

Alternatives

Other airports near AKP

Within 200 miles, straight-line. A slightly farther airport is sometimes the shorter drive — check both before you book.

Reference

AKP at a glance

IATA code
AKP
ICAO code
PAKP
Serving
Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
2,102 ft
Runways
1
Longest runway
4,800 ft
Coordinates
68.1336, -151.7430
Classification
Medium-sized airport
Reference
Wikipedia

Airport, runway and elevation figures come from the OurAirports open database. Routes are calculated to the airport's map reference point, which at a large airport may sit a few minutes from your specific terminal.

Timing

When to leave for a flight from AKP

Leave home drive time + 2 hours before a domestic departure from AKP, or drive time + 3 hours before an international one.

Those buffers cover bag drop, security and the walk to the gate, but not getting from your car to the terminal — at a medium-sized airport like AKP, allow another 15–30 minutes to park and ride in, or 30–45 if you are returning a rental car. The drive estimate above is free-flow and does not model live traffic. Full guide to timing your departure →

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FAQ

Questions about driving to AKP

How long does it take to drive to AKP?

It depends on your starting point. Enter your address in the calculator on this page and you'll get a road-distance driving estimate to Anaktuvuk Pass Airport.

What is the airport code for Anaktuvuk Pass?

Anaktuvuk Pass Airport uses the IATA code AKP and the ICAO code PAKP. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 2,102 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near AKP?

Within 200 miles: NUI (145 mi), UTO (157 mi), ARC (159 mi), SCC (164 mi). Distances are straight-line, so compare the actual drive times before choosing — a closer airport is not always a shorter drive.

How early should I leave for a flight from AKP?

Work backwards from your departure time: subtract two hours for a domestic flight (three for international), then subtract your drive time to AKP. The calculator on this page does that arithmetic for you once you enter your starting address, and adds the parking and shuttle time you should allow on top.