Drive time to Aleknagik / New Airport (WKK)

Aleknagik / New Airport (WKK / 5A8) is a medium-sized airport serving Aleknagik, Alaska. It sits 66 feet above sea level and has 1 runway, the longest 2,030 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is DLG (Dillingham Airport), 17 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 WKK

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

Reference

WKK at a glance

IATA code
WKK
ICAO code
5A8
FAA code
5A8
Serving
Aleknagik, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
66 ft
Runways
1
Longest runway
2,030 ft
Coordinates
59.2826, -158.6180
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 WKK

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

How long does it take to drive to WKK?

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 Aleknagik / New Airport.

What is the airport code for Aleknagik?

Aleknagik / New Airport uses the IATA code WKK and the ICAO code 5A8. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 66 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near WKK?

Within 200 miles: DLG (17 mi), AKN (82 mi), EGX (88 mi), PTU (115 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 WKK?

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