Airport
Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport (UUK)
Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport is a private-use airport serving the Kuparuk oil field on Alaska's North Slope, northwest of Deadhorse and close to Prudhoe Bay. It mainly connects oil-field personnel travelling to and from Anchorage, Deadhorse and remote work camps in the region.
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About Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport
Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport is a private-use airport in Kuparuk, Alaska, operated by ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. It supports the Kuparuk River oil field on Alaska's North Slope, one of the largest oil fields in North America, and handles company and charter flights rather than scheduled public airline service.
The airport opened in December 1981 and has a single asphalt runway, 06/24, measuring 6,551 by 150 feet (1,997 by 46 metres). It is located roughly 47 kilometres (29 miles) northwest of Deadhorse and near Prudhoe Bay, in a remote Arctic industrial area.
Because access is restricted, most travelers arrive by company-organized flights or with prior permission, then continue by road via the Dalton Highway, company vehicles or pre-arranged transfers to Deadhorse, Prudhoe Bay and surrounding work sites.
Passenger facilities are limited, reflecting the airport's role as an industrial aviation base rather than a public gateway. Travelers should confirm access, check-in and onward transport arrangements with the operating company or charter provider before flying.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport is a small private-use facility without a conventional public passenger terminal. It supports company and charter flights serving the Kuparuk oil field, with passenger handling based in limited operational buildings.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers for authorized travel between Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport and Deadhorse, Prudhoe Bay, Kuparuk work camps or other North Slope destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange an hourly chauffeur for flexible travel from Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport to oil-field sites, meetings or locations around Deadhorse and Prudhoe Bay.
Car Rental
Car rental options at this private-use airport are limited, so travelers planning independent road travel should confirm vehicle availability in advance before arriving.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for crews traveling between Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport, Deadhorse, Prudhoe Bay and oil-field work sites.
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