Drive time to Cold Bay Airport (CDB)

Cold Bay Airport (CDB / PACD) is a medium-sized airport serving Cold Bay, Alaska. It sits 96 feet above sea level and has 2 runways, the longest 10,179 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is SDP (Sand Point Airport), 87 miles east.

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Distance
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by road
Leave now, arrive
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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 CDB

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

Reference

CDB at a glance

IATA code
CDB
ICAO code
PACD
Serving
Cold Bay, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
96 ft
Runways
2
Longest runway
10,179 ft
Coordinates
55.2079, -162.7250
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 CDB

Leave home drive time + 2 hours before a domestic departure from CDB, 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 CDB, 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 CDB

How long does it take to drive to CDB?

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 Cold Bay Airport.

What is the airport code for Cold Bay?

Cold Bay Airport uses the IATA code CDB and the ICAO code PACD. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 96 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near CDB?

Within 200 miles: SDP (87 mi), DUT (178 mi), PTH (199 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 CDB?

Work backwards from your departure time: subtract two hours for a domestic flight (three for international), then subtract your drive time to CDB. 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.