Bethel Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Bethel Airport
Bethel Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) southwest of the central business district of Bethel, a city in the Bethel Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Live weather
PABENOTAMs
PABEReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L / 19R | 6,400 ft / 1,951 m | 150 ft | Asph-f | Lighted | Open |
| 01R / 19L | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 1,858 ft / 566 m | 75 ft | Grvl-g | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.800 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 125.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF/BETHEL WX | 118.700 MHz |
| FSS | KENAI RDO | 122.650 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 114.100 MHz |
| OPS | NG OPS | 124.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 12 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BETHEL CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
| BETHEL CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 12% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66% | -2,675 ft | |
| Feb | 59% | -2,269 ft | |
| Mar | 62% | -2,276 ft | |
| Apr | 65% | -1,597 ft | |
| May | 73% | -814 ft | |
| Jun | 77% | -203 ft | |
| Jul | 52% | -181 ft | |
| Aug | 52% | -191 ft | |
| Sep | 65% | -438 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | -1,136 ft | |
| Nov | 59% | -1,799 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | -2,187 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,675–-181 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bethel Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bethel Airport?
The ICAO code for Bethel Airport is PABE, and its IATA code is BET.
Where is Bethel Airport located?
Bethel Airport is medium airport located in Bethel, United States, at an elevation of 126 ft (38 m).
How many runways does Bethel Airport have?
Bethel Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,400 ft / 1,951 m.
Which airlines fly to Bethel Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bethel Airport include Aero Flight, Airbus France, Alaska Airlines, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bethel Airport?
Historical data lists 22 nonstop destinations from Bethel Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bethel Airport in?
Bethel Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bethel Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bethel Airport is approximately 9.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bethel Airport?
The nearest airport to Bethel Airport is Napaskiak Airport (PKA), about 4.9 nm to the sse, followed by Napakiak Airport and Kwethluk Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bethel Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.