Airport
Savoonga Airport (SVA)
Savoonga Airport serves the village of Savoonga on St. Lawrence Island in the Bering Sea, connecting travelers to Nome and other western Alaska destinations. Compare transfer options from the airport to Savoonga and nearby island locations.
Passengers
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About Savoonga Airport
Savoonga Airport is a state-owned, public-use airport serving Savoonga, a community on the north coast of St. Lawrence Island in the Bering Sea. Opened in August 1965, the airport provides essential air links for passengers, freight, and mail, with scheduled flights operated to and from Nome, about 164 miles to the east.
Located roughly one mile southwest of the village, the airport has a single gravel runway and serves as the main gateway for the island community. Because Savoonga has limited marine access and road travel is confined to the village itself, air travel is vital for supplies, medical travel, and year-round connections to western Alaska.
The airport is an unattended facility with no control tower. Passengers use a small terminal area for check-in, boarding, and arrivals, and transport into the village is normally arranged by local vehicle or on foot for short distances.
Although facilities are basic, the airport keeps Savoonga connected to Nome and the wider region, making it an important travel hub for residents, visitors, and freight operations on St. Lawrence Island.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Savoonga Airport operates from a single small passenger terminal area serving domestic flights. All scheduled and charter operations use the same facility, and the airport is unattended with no control tower.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Savoonga Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Savoonga Airport to homes, lodging and destinations within the village of Savoonga on St. Lawrence Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a local driver by the hour for flexible travel around Savoonga and short trips on the island after arriving at the airport.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel around Savoonga; options are very limited on St. Lawrence Island, so book in advance.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibus or charter bus transport for groups travelling between Savoonga Airport, the village, community events and other local destinations.
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