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Erie-Ottawa International Airport

Port Clinton, United States

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Erie-Ottawa International Airport

Port Clinton, United States
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General aviation gateway serving Ohio's Lake Erie shoreline.

Location
Port Clinton, United States
Erie-Ottawa International Airport (ICAO: KPCW) is a public-use general aviation airport located in Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio, United States. Despite its international designation in name, the airport primarily serves private, charter, and recreational aircraft rather than scheduled commercial airline service. The airport sits near the southern shore of Lake Erie and serves as a convenient access point for the Lake Erie island destinations, including Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island, which attract significant seasonal tourism. Its proximity to popular fishing and vacation areas makes it a busy facility during warmer months. The facility is owned and operated by Ottawa County and supports a range of general aviation activities including flight training, cargo, and transient aircraft operations. The 'international' designation reflects its customs landing rights status rather than regular international scheduled service.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminal; facilities consist of a general aviation fixed-base operator (FBO) and associated support buildings.
Getting to & from
Ground access to the airport is primarily by private vehicle, with Port Clinton's downtown and Lake Erie ferry docks accessible within a short drive.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate regular service at Erie-Ottawa International Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Despite the 'international' name, the airport handles no regular international commercial flights.
  • ›The airport serves as a gateway for tourists visiting Lake Erie islands such as Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island.
  • ›KPCW is owned and operated by Ottawa County, Ohio.
  • ›The airport has customs landing rights, which accounts for its international designation.
  • ›Seasonal general aviation traffic increases significantly during the Lake Erie tourism season.
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Gateway to Lake Erie's islands and Ohio's northern shoreline

Erie-Ottawa International Airport, located in Port Clinton, Ohio, serves as a small general aviation facility and regional hub connecting visitors to Lake Erie's popular island destinations, including Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island. The airport has long supported the seasonal tourism economy of the Lake Erie shoreline, handling charter flights, private aircraft, and limited scheduled services. Its modest footprint belies its outsized importance to the recreational and island-hopping culture of northwestern Ohio.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling general aviation, charter, and seasonal passenger operations with basic traveler amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Rental cars available on-site or nearby
  • Taxi and rideshare services from Port Clinton
  • Private shuttle arrangements to island ferry docks
  • Personal vehicle and on-site parking
Nearby Hotels
  • Brands Motel Port Clinton
  • Catawba Island Club area lodging
  • Holiday Inn Express Port Clinton
  • Commodore Perry Inn & Suites
Dining

Dining options inside the airport are minimal given its general aviation focus, with vending and basic refreshments typically available. Port Clinton's downtown, just a short drive away, offers lakeside restaurants, fish fries, and casual dining celebrating the region's walleye fishing heritage. Seasonal visitors will find no shortage of waterfront bars and eateries within a few minutes of the airport.

Traveller Tips
  • Book island-bound charter or air taxi flights well in advance during summer peak season.
  • Ferry services to Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island are a popular alternative to flying from nearby docks.
  • Port Clinton is known as the Walleye Capital of the World — try local seafood during your visit.
  • Weather over Lake Erie can change rapidly; check forecasts carefully if flying private or light aircraft.
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Encyclopaedia

Erie–Ottawa International Airport, also known as Carl R. Keller Field, is three miles east of Port Clinton, in Ottawa County, Ohio. It is owned by the Erie–Ottawa Airport Authority. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 categorized it as a general aviation facility. On November 9, 2013, Erie–Ottawa Airport obtained approval to handle international flights.

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