Drive time to Point Lay LRRS Airport (PIZ)

Point Lay LRRS Airport (PIZ / PPIZ) is a medium-sized airport serving Point Lay, Alaska. It sits 22 feet above sea level and has 1 runway, the longest 3,519 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is AIN (Wainwright Airport), 94 miles north-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 PIZ

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

Reference

PIZ at a glance

IATA code
PIZ
ICAO code
PPIZ
Serving
Point Lay, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
22 ft
Runways
1
Longest runway
3,519 ft
Coordinates
69.7329, -163.0050
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 PIZ

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

How long does it take to drive to PIZ?

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 Point Lay LRRS Airport.

What is the airport code for Point Lay?

Point Lay LRRS Airport uses the IATA code PIZ and the ICAO code PPIZ. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 22 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near PIZ?

Within 200 miles: AIN (94 mi), LUR (96 mi), ATK (140 mi), BRW (179 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 PIZ?

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