Bethel Airport (BET) – Bethel, Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Gateway
Bethel Airport (BET) – Bethel, Alaska, USA
Your comprehensive guide to Bethel Airport (IATA: BET, ICAO: PABE), serving Bethel and the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. Also see Bethel Seaplane Base below.
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Bethel Airport is located just north of the city of Bethel in western Alaska, along the Kuskokwim River.
🏢 Terminal Information & Services
Bethel Airport features a modern terminal building that handles both commercial and general aviation. Facilities include:
- Ticketing and check-in counters for Ravn Alaska, Alaska Airlines, and other regional carriers.
- Security checkpoint (TSA) and screened boarding areas.
- Baggage claim area with carousels.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal.
- Public restrooms and family facilities.
- Café serving coffee, light meals, and snacks.
- Gift shop offering local crafts, souvenirs, and basic travel essentials.
🚗 Ground Transportation
- Rental Cars: Small local rental agencies operate on-site. Advance reservation is recommended due to limited fleet size.
- Taxis & Shuttle: Taxi services are available curbside outside the terminal. Some lodges and hotels offer shuttle pickups; arrange in advance with your accommodation.
- Charter Boats: During summer months, riverboat charters on the Kuskokwim River provide transport to nearby villages.
- Car Rentals: Major rental counters are not present; contact local providers directly for availability.
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📞 Contact & Official Information
Bethel Airport is owned and operated by the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF).
- Official Site: dot.alaska.gov/airporthome/bet.shtml
- Phone: +1 907-543-2774 (Airport Manager)
- Address: 3601 Airport Way, Bethel, AK 99559, USA
🌊 Bethel Seaplane Base
The Bethel Seaplane Base (FAA: Z66) is located on the Kuskokwim River, approximately 2 miles east of Bethel Airport. It serves numerous floatplane operators that connect to remote villages in the region. Facilities include:
- Seaplane dock and float ramp.
- Floatplane fueling (Avgas and Jet A).
- Pilot lounge and briefing area at a nearby FBO.
- Direct river access for charter and scheduled seaplane flights.
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