5/ 5 reviews
Easy in & out
“Key West International Airport (EYW) is small, easy to navigate, and perfectly fits the laid-back island vibe.”
Melissa5★ on Google
Airports / Florida / EYW
Medium airport · EYW
Key West International Airport.
Key West, Florida · 3 ft elevation. 2 charter operators based here.
3.8/5
Google rating
2,373 ratings
2
Operators based
3
Elevation ft
Scheduled service
Key West, FloridaELEV 3 FTMedium airportScheduled service
3.8
Google rating
2,373
Google reviews
ratings on Google
2
Based operators
charter operators on the field
1
FBOs on field
ramp, fuel and handling
3
Field elevation
feet above sea level
Field standing
2 operators
Charter fleet based on the field
More resident charter operators than 58% of the 651 US fields with a based fleet on the register.
4 nm
To the nearest alternate
Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX), 2 fields within 50 nm.
Overview
Located in Key West, Florida, Key West International Airport (KEYW / EYW) operates as a mid-sized airport. The field lies at an elevation of 3 feet. The airport supports scheduled airline service as well as private jet and charter movements.
Charter departments call it home: Air Key West and Keys Seaplanes base aircraft at EYW. Useful alternates include Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX, 4 nm), Florida Keys Marathon International Airport (MTH, 40 nm), and Miami Homestead General Aviation Airport (KX51, 87 nm). EYW offers a single 5,076-foot paved runway, which supports charter types through the super-midsize jet class.
For arrival logistics and seasonal timing, see the Key West, FL destination guide. Use the cost estimator to model a trip from EYW, or browse verified operators serving the area.
1 FBO serves KEYW. Run one? Become the preferred FBO
Ramp services
FBOs on the field
Signature Flight Support Key West
Your FBO? Claim it, freeOtherwise known as the Conch Republic, as soon as you walk into the FBO at Key West you instantly feel at a resort. This unique location boasts scenic drives, scuba diving and fishing. So sit back, relax and enjoy cycling around Downtown Key West. Where the sunsets are spectacular, the seafood fresh, and the atmosphere inviting.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 0700L - 2100L Call out available on request
- Unicom 122.95
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- +21 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Directory data, unpaid. FBOs can take the Preferred slot above.
What fliers highlight.
From the stored review texts
4/ 5 reviews
Staff & service
“Check-in and security are usually quick, especially during off-peak hours, and TSA staff tend to be friendly and efficient.”
Melissa5★ on Google
3/ 5 reviews
Terminal & facilities
“Overall, Key West Airport is clean, charming, and a smooth start or finish to a Florida Keys getaway.”
Melissa5★ on Google
Themes counted by keyword across Google review texts for Key West International Airport, every quote is verbatim from a real review.
Field capability
ICAO
KEYW
IATA
EYW
FAA / Local
EYW
Elevation
3 ft
Coordinates
24.5561° N · 81.7596° W
Airspace
D · DeltaClass D, DeltaA control tower runs the immediate airspace. Pilots establish two-way radio contact before entering, typical for busy business-aviation fields.Source: FAA NASR class airspace
Size
Medium
Scheduled svc
Yes
Elevation vs FL fields
state range 3–213 ft
At 3 ft, EYW sits lower than 99% of the 90 Florida fields on the register.
Runways & aircraft access
1 runway
longest 5,076 ft
- 09/275,076 ft × 100 ftAsphaltLighted
Which aircraft can operate here
vs longest paved runway 5,076 ft
EYW's 5,076 ft paved runway typically supports charter aircraft up to super-midsize jets.
- Turboprop3,000 ft
- Light Jet3,500 ft
- Midsize Jet4,500 ft
- Super-Midsize Jet5,000 ft
- Heavy Jet5,500 ft
- VIP Airliner6,000 ft
Class minimums are sea-level planning rules of thumb. A specific aircraft's balanced-field length varies with weight, temperature, and field elevation. Confirm performance with the operator.
Based charter operators2
Access & alternates
Closest alternate fields by great-circle distance, every listing links to its own field brief.
- 4nmNQXNaval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica FieldKey West
- 40nmMTHFlorida Keys Marathon International AirportMarathon
- 87nmKX51Miami Homestead General Aviation AirportHomestead
- 90nmVROKawama AirportSanta Marta
- 93nmVRAJuan Gualberto Gomez International AirportMatanzas
- 93nmOCAOcean Reef Club AirportKey Largo
Destinations served
Location
Open the full mapKEYW · Key West International Airport · Key West, FL
From the ramp
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Flight times from here
Approximate nonstop block times from EYW on a typical midsize charter jet. Faster classes trim these; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.
| Destination | Distance | Block time |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 156 nm | 46m |
| Nashville (BNA) | 740 nm | 2h 7m |
| Houston (HOU) | 784 nm | 2h 13m |
| Washington DC (IAD) | 891 nm | 2h 28m |
| Austin (AUS) | 912 nm | 2h 31m |
| Dallas (DAL) | 936 nm | 2h 35m |
| New York (TEB) | 1,052 nm | 2h 51m |
| Chicago (ORD) | 1,090 nm | 2h 56m |
Common questions
- What size private jets can use EYW?
- Key West International Airport's longest paved runway is 5,076 ft, which typically supports charter aircraft up to super-midsize jets. Lighter classes (turboprops, light and midsize jets) operate comfortably; confirm exact performance for a specific tail with the operator, since balanced-field length shifts with weight, temperature, and elevation.
- What is the longest runway at EYW?
- Key West International Airport has one runway; the longest measures 5,076 ft on a paved surface and is lit for night operations.
- Are there charter operators based at EYW?
- Yes. 2 charter operators list Key West International Airport as a home base, including Air Key West, Keys Seaplanes. You can also request quotes from operators that reposition aircraft into the field.
- Which FBOs are at Key West International Airport?
- One FBO serves EYW: Signature Flight Support Key West. Phone, website, hours, unicom and services for each are listed on this page. Call ahead for fuel, ramp space, and ground handling.
- What is the nearest major airport to EYW?
- The closest alternate is Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX), about 4 nm away, followed by Florida Keys Marathon International Airport (MTH) at 40 nm. Operators often position aircraft between these fields depending on ramp space and availability.
- How long is a flight from EYW to major cities?
- Typical block times on a midsize jet: Nashville about 2h 7m (740 nm), Houston about 2h 13m (784 nm), Washington DC about 2h 28m (891 nm). Faster classes trim these times; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.