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Deadhorse Airport

Deadhorse, United States

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Deadhorse Airport

Deadhorse, United States
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PASC
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65 ft
Elevation
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Remote Arctic gateway serving Alaska's North Slope oil fields.

Opened
1968
Location
Deadhorse, United States
Deadhorse Airport (IATA: SCC, ICAO: PASC) is a small public-use airport located in Deadhorse, Alaska, on the North Slope of Alaska near Prudhoe Bay. It serves as a critical transportation hub for oil industry workers and equipment operating in one of the most remote and extreme environments in North America. The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 65 feet above sea level and operates year-round despite harsh Arctic conditions, including extreme cold, blizzards, and polar night. It is operated by the State of Alaska and handles both passenger and cargo traffic. Due to its remote location, the airport is the primary means of access to the Prudhoe Bay oil fields and surrounding industrial facilities. Commercial passenger service connects Deadhorse to Anchorage and Fairbanks, primarily serving oil field workers on rotation schedules.
Terminals
The airport has a modest terminal facility reflecting its industrial-use focus, with basic amenities suited for oil field worker traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport is extremely limited; most passengers are transported directly to oil field facilities by employer-provided vehicles, as Deadhorse has no public transit system.
Airlines here
Alaska Airlines and Ravn Alaska (under various operators) have historically provided scheduled service between Deadhorse and Anchorage or Fairbanks.
Notable facts
  • ›Located approximately 1 mile south of the Arctic Ocean near Prudhoe Bay.
  • ›Serves primarily oil industry workers employed at the Prudhoe Bay oil fields.
  • ›Experiences polar night (no sunlight) for weeks during winter months.
  • ›Temperatures can drop below -40°F (-40°C) in winter, creating significant operational challenges.
  • ›The Dalton Highway (Alaska Route 11) connects Deadhorse to Fairbanks, but the airport is the primary access point for most workers.
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Gateway to the Arctic, where Alaska's frontier meets the sky

Deadhorse Airport serves the remote Prudhoe Bay oil fields on Alaska's North Slope, one of the most isolated commercial airports in the United States. Operated primarily to support the oil and gas industry, the airport sits just south of the Arctic Ocean and experiences extreme subarctic and arctic conditions year-round. It plays a critical logistical role connecting oilfield workers, contractors, and occasional adventure travelers to Fairbanks and Anchorage.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal building serving both commercial and charter flights in a no-frills industrial setting.
Ground Transport
  • Company and contractor shuttle buses serving oilfield facilities
  • Rental vehicles available through local oilfield service providers
  • Taxis and private car services (limited, must be pre-arranged)
  • Scheduled coach connections via the Dalton Highway (seasonal)
Nearby Hotels
  • Prudhoe Bay Hotel
  • Arctic Oilfield Hotel
  • Aurora Hotel Deadhorse
Dining

Dining options at Deadhorse Airport itself are extremely limited, with basic vending and occasional canteen-style service. Most meals are taken at oilfield camp facilities or the Prudhoe Bay Hotel, which offers cafeteria-style dining open to non-residents. Visitors should plan ahead, as there are no restaurants or cafes in the conventional sense in Deadhorse.

Traveller Tips
  • Dress in extreme cold-weather layers regardless of the season — temperatures can drop dangerously low even in summer.
  • Access to the Arctic Ocean shoreline requires a guide or tour arranged through a local operator, as the area is within a controlled industrial zone.
  • Most services in Deadhorse cater to oilfield workers; book accommodation and transport well in advance as availability is very limited.
  • Carry cash or ensure cards are accepted, as services are sparse and ATM access is not guaranteed.

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Airlines serving this airport

Era Alaska
7H
Alaska Airlines
AS

Routes

SCC → BTI7H · BE1
SCC → FAI7H · DH8
SCC → NUI7H · BE1
SCC → ANCAS · 73Q
SCC → BRWAS · 73H 73Q
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Deadhorse Airport
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Deadhorse Airport is a public airport located in Deadhorse on the North Slope of Alaska. It can be accessed from Fairbanks via the Elliott and Dalton highways. It is near Prudhoe Bay and is sometimes also called Prudhoe Airport.

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