Alaska's Kenai Peninsula gateway serving oil and recreation industries.
Location
Kenai, United States
Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA/PAEN) is a public airport located in Kenai, Alaska, on the western shore of the Kenai Peninsula overlooking Cook Inlet. It serves as a critical transportation hub for the region, supporting both commercial passenger service and the oil and gas industry concentrated around Kenai and nearby Soldotna.
The airport features two asphalt runways and handles a mix of scheduled passenger flights, cargo operations, charter services, and general aviation. Its strategic location makes it an important link between the Kenai Peninsula communities and Anchorage, as well as other Alaskan destinations.
Given the economic importance of the region—home to commercial fishing, tourism, and oil production—the airport plays a significant role in the local economy. Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, roughly 70 miles to the north, serves as the primary hub connecting Kenai to the broader national and international air network.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building handling commercial and general aviation passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground access to Kenai and the surrounding Kenai Peninsula is primarily by private vehicle or taxi, as no scheduled public transit directly serves the airport.
Airlines here
Ravn Alaska has historically provided scheduled service to Kenai, connecting it to Anchorage and other Alaskan communities.
Notable facts
- ›Located on the western Kenai Peninsula overlooking Cook Inlet.
- ›Elevation is approximately 99 feet above mean sea level.
- ›Supports two asphalt runways serving diverse aviation needs.
- ›The airport plays a key role serving Alaska's oil and gas industry workers.
- ›Kenai is one of Alaska's oldest and largest cities on the peninsula, founded near a Russian Orthodox mission site.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
