Patreksfjörður Airport (PFJ)

Patreksfjörður Airport (PFJ), designated by the ICAO as BIPA, is a permanently closed regional aviation facility located on the southern shore of the Patreksfjörður fjord in Iceland. The airport officially ceased all operations in 2011, following the termination of regular commercial passenger services in the year 2000. It historically served as a critical infrastructure link for the southern Westfjords, connecting the remote fishing community to the national capital, Reykjavík. As the facility is no longer operational, there are no active terminal buildings, check-in services, or passenger amenities available on-site. While the original 4,593-foot (1,400m) asphalt runway and basic administrative structures remain, they are unattended and do not provide shelter or services for travelers. Visitors to the region are advised that standard airport utilities like restrooms, Wi-Fi, and dining are non-existent at this location, and all necessary supplies must be obtained in the nearby town of Patreksfjörður. Travelers seeking air access to the southern Westfjords typically utilize Bíldudalur Airport (BIU), located approximately 15 miles (25 km) to the north, which maintains daily scheduled flights to Reykjavík via Eagle Air. Ground transportation from the former PFJ site to the Patreksfjörður town center involves a 20-minute drive via Route 62, as the direct coastal distance is significantly shorter than the required road journey around the fjord. The town itself serves as the regional hub for tourism, providing essential lodging and dining for visitors heading to the Látrabjarg bird cliffs and Rauðasandur beach.