Northway Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
ORT
ICAO Code
PAOR
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Northway Airport is a small public airport in eastern Alaska near the Alaska-Canada border that serves the local community and supports general aviation and charter operations. It is primarily a rural airfield rather than a commercial hub.

Northway Airport
Elevation: 522 m
62.9613, -141.9290

Terminal Guide for Northway Airport #

A single small terminal/arrival building serves passengers. Facilities are basic and focused on short stays and immediate ground transfers rather than long layovers or shopping/dining services.

Getting to and From Northway Airport #

The airfield is close to the local settlement; access is by road and tends to be short.

  • Rail/Metro/buses: None.
  • Taxis/rideshare: Very limited or non-existent in this remote area; arrange private pickup.
  • Driving: Short local drives connect the terminal to nearby buildings and roads; plan on informal transport arrangements.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Northway Airport #

Facilities are minimal.

  • Lounges/Food: None or very limited; bring essentials.
  • Wi‑Fi/Charging: Likely unavailable; use a power bank.
  • Luggage services/showers: None.
  • Accessibility: Basic; coordinate assistance with carriers ahead of travel.

Tips for Northway Airport #

  • Flights are often small and seasonal - confirm schedules and baggage rules with the operator.
  • There is minimal ground transport; arrange pick-up or lodging in advance.
  • Weather can change quickly in interior Alaska; have contingency plans for connections.

Weather & Climate near Northway Airport #

Climate

Northway Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Winter) - Subarctic (Dry Winter) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -32°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 22 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-49°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -23°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-32° -23°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -29°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-29° -16°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-22° -4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -9°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-9°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
17.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 62 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
18.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -23°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-23° -14°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -30°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-30° -21°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight