Unalakleet Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 45m 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 Unalakleet Airport
Unalakleet Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (2 km) north of the central business district of Unalakleet, a city in the Nome Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PAUNNOTAMs
PAUNReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 5,900 ft / 1,798 m | 150 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 1,900 ft / 579 m | 75 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 132.250 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 135.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.000 MHz |
| FSS | NOME RDO | 122.300 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Obstacle departure procedures (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNALAKLEET 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: E (from about 90°), on 26% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 74% | -3,084 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | -2,901 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | -2,598 ft | |
| Apr | 72% | -1,940 ft | |
| May | 80% | -1,122 ft | |
| Jun | 76% | -449 ft | |
| Jul | 61% | -221 ft | |
| Aug | 61% | -280 ft | |
| Sep | 72% | -564 ft | |
| Oct | 74% | -1,437 ft | |
| Nov | 73% | -2,229 ft | |
| Dec | 72% | -2,880 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,084–-221 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Unalakleet Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Unalakleet Airport?
The ICAO code for Unalakleet Airport is PAUN, and its IATA code is UNK.
Where is Unalakleet Airport located?
Unalakleet Airport is medium airport located in Unalakleet, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Unalakleet Airport have?
Unalakleet Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,900 ft / 1,798 m.
Which airlines fly to Unalakleet Airport?
Airlines historically serving Unalakleet Airport include Alaska Airlines, Bering Air, Era Alaska, Peninsula Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Unalakleet Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Unalakleet Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Unalakleet Airport in?
Unalakleet Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Unalakleet Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Unalakleet Airport is approximately 9.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Unalakleet Airport?
The nearest airport to Unalakleet Airport is Shaktoolik Airport (SKK), about 31 nm to the nnw, followed by Grayling Airport and Koyuk Alfred Adams Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Unalakleet Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.