Gwichyaa Zhee, "house on the flats," is the Gwich'in name for Fort Yukon — Alaska's largest Gwich'in community, where the Porcupine joins the Yukon River 13 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. Fort Yukon Airport (IATA: FYU, ICAO: PFYU) is owned by the Alaska Department of Transportation and works from a single 1,771-metre gravel runway kept serviceable year-round. Wright Air Service and Warbelow's fly several daily rotations from Fairbanks and Everts Air also serves the village, while the U.S. Postal Service's Bypass Mail programme moves groceries and store goods straight into the community. No road reaches Fort Yukon; summer barges on the Yukon add fuel and bulk freight. There is no customs post, cargo terminal or international service — FYU is the end of the delivery chain rather than a transfer point. Fairbanks (FAI) is the consolidation point for the interior, with Anchorage (ANC) as Alaska's intercontinental air freight gateway.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Fort Yukon Airport?▼

The IATA code of Fort Yukon Airport is FYU. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Fort Yukon Airport located?▼

Fort Yukon Airport is located in Fort Yukon, US.

What is the ICAO code of Fort Yukon Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Fort Yukon Airport is PFYU. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Fort Yukon Airport?▼

Fort Yukon Airport is at an elevation of 132 meters (433 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

66.57165, -145.24999

132 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 10 September 2026

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