Airports Near Kenai Fjords National Park

These are the best options to fly into Kenai Fjords:

Anchorage Ted Stevens International Airport (ANC)

Located about 125 miles north of Kenai Fjords National Park, Anchorage Ted Stevens International Airport serves as the primary gateway to the park for most visitors. From here, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service to travel to the park, enjoying scenic views along the Seward Highway.

Seward Airport (SWD)

For those looking to get closer to the park upon arrival, Seward Airport is a small airport located just outside Seward, the gateway town to Kenai Fjords National Park. This option is ideal for travelers chartering small planes or arriving from within Alaska. Keep in mind that commercial service is limited, so it's best suited for private or charter flights.

Homer Airport (HOM)

Homer Airport, located on the Kenai Peninsula, provides an alternative entry point for visitors interested in exploring the southern areas of the peninsula before heading to Kenai Fjords National Park. It's about a 3-hour drive to Seward from Homer, offering spectacular views and opportunities to stop at other attractions along the way.

Soldotna Airport (SXQ)

Soldotna Airport serves the central Kenai Peninsula and is another option for visitors flying in on smaller, regional flights or charters. While it does not offer direct commercial flights from major hubs, it's an option for those traveling from within Alaska or chartering a private flight. It's approximately a 2-hour drive from Soldotna to Seward, where Kenai Fjords National Park is located.

Map of Airports to Fly Into Kenai Fjords National Park

In this map you can find the closest airports to the park, this list includes smaller airports.

Seward Airport (SWD) Route in Google Maps

Seward, Alaska, US

Distance: 1.2 Miles
Drive time: 3 mins
Soldotna Airport (SXQ) Route in Google Maps

Soldotna, Alaska, US

Distance: 94.4 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 55 mins
Beluga Airport (BVU)

Beluga, Alaska, US

Distance: 98.7 Miles
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) Route in Google Maps

Anchorage, Alaska, US

Distance: 123.9 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 20 mins
Merrill Field (MRI) Route in Google Maps

Anchorage, Alaska, US

Distance: 124.3 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 21 mins
Elmendorf Afb Airport (EDF) Route in Google Maps

Anchorage, Alaska, US

Distance: 127.8 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 30 mins