Inyokern Airport (IYK)

This is a small regional airport in southern California with connecting service to Los Angeles International Airport.  The airport's official web site has airline and flight information.  The airport also provides general aviation services.

Location: The airport is located approximately 12 miles/18 km west of Ridgecrest and China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station.

Highway Connections:  The airport is a short distance north of state route CA178 and west of US395, near the Brown Road and CA178/Inyokern Road exits.  CA14 is to the west of the airport.

For road condition and weather reports and time zone information go to the California airports home page.

Car Rentals: Car rentals are available at the airport.

Parking: Short-term and long-term/economy parking facilities are available on the airport grounds. 

Ground Transportation: Taxi services are available at the airport for transportation to surrounding destinations.  Greyhound long-distance buses operate through Ridgecrest.

Web Site:  The airport's official web site provides information on services and facilities and should be checked for updates.

Alternate Airports:  Bakersfield and Ontario airports might serve as alternate airports for ground destinations in this region.

Hotels, Motels: There is a selection of hotels and motels in Ridgecrest and surrounding communities.

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