Nikolski Air Station IKO Nikolski
Presently owned by The Aleut Corporation, the Nikolski Air Station in Nikolski, Alaska started as a military airport. As such, there are a few commercial flights from smaller aircrafts coming in from this unattended, private airport. It has an airport code of IKO, and it brings travelers to and from Umnak Island. The IKO Nikolski Airport sees an average of 160 to 220 flights each year. Near the airport are a few inns for exploring the best of the Aleutians West Census Area.
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Built in 1958, the Nikolski Air Station was designed as a support to a bigger military air force base. The nearby Cold Bay Air Force Station then operated it, and it features its own radar station. In 2000, the property was revitalized and all the military equipment was removed. Now, it features a gravel runway 3,512 feet long, which is primarily used by a Grumman Goose G-21A by Pen Air. Travelers can also shuttle to and from the Dutch Harbor and Unalaska through Grant Aviation.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Nikolski Air Station is surrounded by views of the ocean and abundant nature. The surrounding municipality near the airport is the Unalaska Island, which is the second largest city in the cluster of islands near Nikolski. In neighboring Unalaska Island travelers will find the Grand Aleutian Hotel, a three-star massive property, which features comfortable rooms, restaurant, bar and the marvelously scenic Xatacyan Lagoon.
On this page it is easy to search for Nikolski, AK airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Nikolski, AK, United States (IKO) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the IKO airport.
Most of these IKO
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Nikolski, AK
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Map of Nikolski, AK Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Nikolski, AK, United States (IKO)
If you planning to travel to Nikolski, AK, United States (IKO), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 2:37 PM.
The temperature feels like 37.3 with a humidity level of 91 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 97 percent with visibility at 4 percent.
Today’s UV index is 2, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 10 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 6:36 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Friday
5/17
Light rain
41°F
High: 42°F
Low: 39°F
Precipitation: 75%
Today
5/18
Mix snow/rain
40°F
High: 40°F
Low: 40°F
Precipitation: 20%
Sunday
5/19
Mix snow/rain
41°F
High: 42°F
Low: 42°F
Precipitation: 25%
Monday
5/20
Light shower rain
42°F
High: 42°F
Low: 42°F
Precipitation: 70%
Tuesday
5/21
Overcast clouds
42°F
High: 42°F
Low: 42°F
Precipitation: 15%
Wednesday
5/22
Light rain
42°F
High: 42°F
Low: 40°F
Precipitation: 80%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Nikolski, AK IKO airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free IKO airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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