Drive time to Unalakleet Airport (UNK)

Unalakleet Airport (UNK / PAUN) is a medium-sized airport serving Unalakleet, Alaska. It sits 27 feet above sea level and has 2 runways, the longest 5,900 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is ANV (Anvik Airport), 88 miles south.

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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 UNK

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

Reference

UNK at a glance

IATA code
UNK
ICAO code
PAUN
Serving
Unalakleet, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
27 ft
Runways
2
Longest runway
5,900 ft
Coordinates
63.8884, -160.7990
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 UNK

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

How long does it take to drive to UNK?

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 Unalakleet Airport.

What is the airport code for Unalakleet?

Unalakleet Airport uses the IATA code UNK and the ICAO code PAUN. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 27 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near UNK?

Within 200 miles: ANV (88 mi), HCR (122 mi), GAL (130 mi), EMK (137 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 UNK?

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