Seldovia Airport in Seldovia, Alaska

Seldovia Airport: Kachemak Bay's Charming Village Air Gateway

Seldovia Airport serves the historic community of Seldovia, nestled on the south shore of Kachemak Bay across from Homer on the southern Kenai Peninsula. Seldovia — accessible from Homer by floatplane, water taxi, or Alaska Marine Highway ferry — is one of Southeast Alaska's most picturesque small towns, preserving a wooden boardwalk main street and a relaxed character that has resisted the development pressure felt in Homer. The airport provides the fastest and most practical year-round access to Seldovia, complementing the water-based transportation options that serve the community's approximately 300 permanent residents.

Seldovia Airport's runway enables general aviation access for pilots who want to explore the southern Kenai Peninsula's outer coast, including beautiful Kachemak Bay State Park — the only state park in Alaska accessible only by boat or plane. Floatplanes and land aircraft both serve Seldovia from Homer, with Era Alaska and Smokey Bay Air historically providing scheduled connections. The airport supports the community's tourism economy, which draws visitors seeking the village's art galleries, halibut and salmon fishing charters, and kayaking in Kachemak Bay. Alaska DOT&PF maintains Seldovia Airport as a public-use facility serving this beloved remote community that embodies the traditional Southeast-coast character of coastal Alaska.

Frequently Asked Questions About Seldovia Airport

How do you get to Seldovia?

Seldovia is accessible by floatplane from Homer (approximately 15 minutes), water taxi, or Alaska Marine Highway System ferry from Homer. The airport serves wheel-plane operations as the year-round land access option.

Is Seldovia connected to the road system?

No. Seldovia has no road connection to the Alaska highway system. The airport and water transportation are the community's links to the outside world.

What makes Seldovia special to visit?

Seldovia retains its historic wooden boardwalk, small-town atmosphere, and proximity to Kachemak Bay State Park. It's a favorite destination for those seeking an authentic Alaska coastal village experience away from the bustle of Homer.

Who maintains Seldovia Airport?

Alaska DOT&PF Division of Statewide Aviation maintains Seldovia Airport as a public-use state airport serving the remote community.

Visiting Seldovia by Air

Arriving at Seldovia Airport by small plane from Homer takes roughly 15 minutes — compared to several hours by ferry or water taxi — giving the airport a practical time advantage that makes day trips from Homer practical for visitors who arrange air transportation. The airport is within walking distance of Seldovia's historic boardwalk district, where small galleries, a bakery, and local fishing culture create a welcoming arrival experience. Visitors who stay overnight in Seldovia find accommodation options including a small number of bed-and-breakfasts and rental properties.

The FAA Alaskan Region monitors Seldovia Airport operations within the Homer/Kachemak Bay airspace environment. Kachemak Bay weather — fog, low ceilings, and variable winds generated by the intersection of Cook Inlet marine air and Kenai Mountain terrain — can create challenging VFR conditions for the Homer-to-Seldovia route. Pilots should obtain current Homer weather and ensure conditions allow for the short overwater crossing to Seldovia before departing Homer. Alaska DOT&PF maintains the airport runway to public-use standards, understanding that for Seldovia's residents and the visitors who support the community's tourism economy, reliable air access is as important to the community's vitality as the ferry service that connects it to the Alaska Marine Highway System.