Nuiqsut Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 49m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Nuiqsut Airport
Nuiqsut Airport is a public use airport located in Nuiqsut, a city in the North Slope Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is owned by North Slope Borough.
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Live weather
PAQTNOTAMs
PAQTReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 4,343 ft / 1,324 m | 90 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.400 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 122.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.800 MHz |
| FSS | DEADHORSE RDO | 122.500 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
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: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 15% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43% | -4,707 ft | |
| Feb | 48% | -4,989 ft | |
| Mar | 57% | -4,408 ft | |
| Apr | 51% | -3,760 ft | |
| May | 25% | -2,284 ft | |
| Jun | 49% | -1,514 ft | |
| Jul | 59% | -703 ft | |
| Aug | 39% | -988 ft | |
| Sep | 42% | -1,434 ft | |
| Oct | 44% | -2,040 ft | |
| Nov | 37% | -3,003 ft | |
| Dec | 36% | -4,082 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,989–-703 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nuiqsut Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nuiqsut Airport?
The ICAO code for Nuiqsut Airport is PAQT, and its IATA code is NUI.
Where is Nuiqsut Airport located?
Nuiqsut Airport is medium airport located in Nuiqsut, United States, at an elevation of 38 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Nuiqsut Airport have?
Nuiqsut Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,343 ft / 1,324 m.
Which airlines fly to Nuiqsut Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nuiqsut Airport include Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nuiqsut Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Nuiqsut Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nuiqsut Airport in?
Nuiqsut Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nuiqsut Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nuiqsut Airport is approximately 13.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nuiqsut Airport?
The nearest airport to Nuiqsut Airport is Alpine Airstrip (PALP), about 8.2 nm to the n, followed by CD-3 Airstrip and Willow ConocoPhillips Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nuiqsut Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.