Kivalina Airport
About Kivalina Airport
Kivalina Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in Kivalina, a city in the Northwest Arctic Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. Kivalina Airport provides air transportation for residents and connects the community to regional hubs like Kotzebue and other parts of Alaska.
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Kivalina Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAOT.
Live weather
PAOTLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 60 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.800 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
| FSS | KOTZEBUE RDO | 122.550 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kivalina Airport?
The ICAO code for Kivalina Airport is PAVL, and its IATA code is KVL.
Where is Kivalina Airport located?
Kivalina Airport is small airport located in Kivalina, United States, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Kivalina Airport have?
Kivalina Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
Which airlines fly to Kivalina Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kivalina Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kivalina Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Kivalina Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kivalina Airport in?
Kivalina Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kivalina Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kivalina Airport is approximately 7.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kivalina Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.