Drive time to Port Heiden Airport (PTH)

Port Heiden Airport (PTH / PAPH) is a medium-sized airport serving Port Heiden, Alaska. It sits 95 feet above sea level and has 2 runways, the longest 5,000 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is EGX (Egegik Airport), 97 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 PTH

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

Reference

PTH at a glance

IATA code
PTH
ICAO code
PAPH
Serving
Port Heiden, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
95 ft
Runways
2
Longest runway
5,000 ft
Coordinates
56.9579, -158.6302
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 PTH

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

How long does it take to drive to PTH?

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 Port Heiden Airport.

What is the airport code for Port Heiden?

Port Heiden Airport uses the IATA code PTH and the ICAO code PAPH. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 95 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near PTH?

Within 200 miles: EGX (97 mi), SDP (135 mi), AKN (139 mi), DLG (144 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 PTH?

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