Key West International Airport

Overview

Key West International Airport is the main air gateway for Key West, the southernmost city in the continental United States. Identified as EYW and KEYW, it is a medium airport serving visitors headed for the island’s beaches, historic streets, cruise port, and easygoing Florida Keys atmosphere. Because Key West is compact, the airport puts travelers close to hotels, Old Town sights, and the waterfront soon after arrival, making it a practical choice for short breaks as well as longer island stays.

Quick facts

• Airport name: Key West International Airport
• Location served: Key West, United States
• Airport type: medium airport
• Elevation: 3 ft (1 m) above sea level
• Runway: 09/27, 5,076 ft, asphalt, lighted
• Time zone: America/New_York

What travelers should know

For visitors, the most useful thing to understand is that EYW is a small island airport with a single lighted asphalt runway, 09/27, measuring 5,076 feet. That setup supports convenient access but also means the airport can feel busier at peak travel times, especially around weekends and holidays when Key West is popular. The local time zone is America/New_York, so travelers connecting from elsewhere in the United States should check schedules carefully. Since the airport sits just 3 feet above sea level, it reflects its low-lying coastal setting, and that island location is part of what makes arriving here feel distinctly different from landing at a large mainland hub.