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Gambell Airport

Gambell, United States

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Gambell Airport

Gambell, United States
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Remote Alaska gateway serving the Yupik community on St. Lawrence Island.

Location
Gambell, United States
Gambell Airport (IATA: GAM, ICAO: PAGM) is a small public-use airport located in Gambell, a Native Yupik village on the northwestern tip of St. Lawrence Island in Alaska. The airport serves as the primary means of access to this remote community, which has no road connections to mainland Alaska or other parts of the state. The airport is owned by the State of Alaska and operates a single gravel runway, providing essential air service for residents, cargo, and emergency medical transport. Given its extreme remoteness and proximity to Russia—St. Lawrence Island lies closer to Siberia than to mainland Alaska—the airport plays a critical role in community sustenance. Gambell is a popular destination for birdwatchers, particularly during migration seasons, as the island sits along major Pacific flyways and attracts rare Asian vagrant species. This draws a small but dedicated number of visiting naturalists to the airport each year.
Terminals
The airport has minimal terminal infrastructure befitting its small remote community status, with basic facilities for passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options are extremely limited, as Gambell has no paved roads connecting to other communities, and travel within the village is primarily by ATV or snow machine.
Airlines here
Bering Air is the primary carrier serving Gambell Airport, providing scheduled and charter flights connecting the village to Nome and other regional hubs.
Notable facts
  • ›Gambell Airport sits on St. Lawrence Island, approximately 36 miles from the coast of Russia.
  • ›The airport features a gravel runway suitable for small aircraft and turboprops.
  • ›St. Lawrence Island is one of the premier birdwatching destinations in North America, drawing visitors through the airport.
  • ›The airport is owned and maintained by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation.
  • ›Gambell has a population of fewer than 700 people, making the airport vital for medical evacuations and supply delivery.
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Gateway to St. Lawrence Island on Alaska's remote Bering Sea coast

Gambell Airport serves the small Yupik community of Gambell on the northwestern tip of St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, just 36 miles from the Siberian coast. Operated as a basic general aviation and commuter facility, it connects this isolated village to the Alaskan mainland and is a critical lifeline for residents. The airport is also a destination for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts drawn to the island's extraordinary migratory species diversity.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A small, single-room village airstrip terminal serving commuter and charter flights with minimal amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Local taxi or arranged pickup by residents or lodging hosts
  • Walking (village is very small and accessible on foot from the airstrip)
Nearby Hotels
  • Sivuqaq Native Store lodging (local community accommodation)
  • Private homestay arrangements through local contacts
Dining

There are no airport dining facilities at Gambell. Visitors should plan to bring sufficient food supplies or arrange meals through their lodging host, as commercial dining options in the village are extremely limited. The Sivuqaq Native Store may stock basic provisions.

Traveller Tips
  • Book flights well in advance as seat availability on commuter services is very limited.
  • Pack all essential supplies including food, medication, and cold-weather gear before arrival.
  • Weather can cause unpredictable flight delays or cancellations — build extra days into your itinerary.
  • Birdwatching season peaks in spring and fall; coordinate your visit with local guides for best access.

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Route map (2 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Era Alaska
7H
Bering Air
8E

Routes

GAM → SVA8E · BE1
GAM → OME7H · BE1
GAM → SVA7H · BE1
GAM → OME8E · BE1

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Gambell Airport
Encyclopaedia

Gambell Airport is a public airport located in Gambell, a city in the Nome Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is owned by the state.

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