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Homer Airport

Homer, United States
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Alaska's gateway to Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Peninsula.

Location
Homer, United States
Homer Airport (IATA: HOM, ICAO: PAHO) is a public-use airport located in Homer, Alaska, on the southern Kenai Peninsula. It serves as a regional hub for passengers and cargo traveling to and from the small coastal city of Homer, known for its fishing industry and scenic Kachemak Bay. The airport is owned and operated by the State of Alaska through the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. It handles scheduled commercial service as well as general aviation, charter flights, and freight operations supporting the surrounding communities. Homer is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts, tourists, and outdoor adventurers, and the airport plays a vital role in connecting this remote community to Anchorage and other Alaskan cities year-round.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building designed to handle regional passenger traffic with basic amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, and shuttle services connecting the airport to downtown Homer, approximately 3 miles away.
Airlines here
Ravn Alaska and Era Alaska have historically served Homer, with scheduled service primarily connecting to Anchorage's Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Homer Airport sits at an elevation of approximately 84 feet above sea level.
  • ›The airport's primary runway (04/22) is approximately 7,400 feet long, supporting regional turboprop aircraft.
  • ›Homer is nicknamed the 'Halibut Fishing Capital of the World,' driving significant seasonal passenger traffic.
  • ›The airport serves as a critical lifeline for cargo and medical transport in the remote Kenai Peninsula region.
  • ›Located near Kachemak Bay State Park, the airport supports tourism to one of Alaska's most scenic wilderness areas.
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Airlines serving this airport

Era Alaska
7H
Alaska Airlines
AS

Routes

HOM → ANC7H · BE1 DH8
HOM → ANCAS · BE1 DH8

Aircraft operating here

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City & Place Guide

Alaska's Cosmic Hamlet on the Edge of Kachemak Bay

Homer is a small coastal city on the southern Kenai Peninsula in Alaska, perched at the tip of a narrow gravel spit jutting into Kachemak Bay. Framed by volcanic peaks and rich tidal waters, it draws artists, anglers, and nature lovers seeking an authentic Alaskan experience far from crowded tourist circuits.

The town blends a laid-back bohemian culture with serious outdoor adventure. World-class halibut fishing, bear viewing, sea kayaking, and wildlife tours to Kachemak Bay State Park keep visitors busy, while galleries, bookshops, and farm-to-table restaurants fill the evenings with warmth and character.

  • •Homer Spit — lively 4.5-mile gravel bar with shops, boats, and stunning bay views
  • •Kachemak Bay State Park — pristine wilderness reachable only by water taxi or floatplane
  • •Pratt Museum — excellent natural history and local art collections in the heart of town
  • •Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies — guided nature walks and marine ecology programs
  • •Islands and Ocean Visitor Center — free exhibits on the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
  • •Beluga Slough — productive birding trail just minutes from downtown

Getting around: Homer has no rail service and no local public bus system; most visitors rent a car or truck, which is strongly recommended for exploring the peninsula. Taxis operate in town, and a few rideshare drivers are available, but service can be limited and wait times long. Water taxis are the primary way to reach Kachemak Bay State Park and nearby villages like Seldovia.

Best time: Visit late May through early September for the longest daylight hours, mild temperatures, peak fishing season, and the best access to wildlife and state park trails.

Local food: Don't miss freshly caught halibut fish and chips on the Spit, Dungeness crab straight off the boat, and locally foraged produce and wild mushrooms featured at farm-to-table spots like Café Cups or Two Sisters Bakery.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Homer Airport
Encyclopaedia

Homer Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located two nautical miles (4 km) east of the central business district of Homer, a town in the Kenai Peninsula Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska.

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