Barkley Regional Airport

PAH KPAH Paducah, Kentucky Elevation: 410 ft

Barkley Regional Airport serves Paducah, Kentucky, and the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee Rivers. Located 12 miles southwest of downtown Paducah, PAH offers a 6,500-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley resort region, the Paducah arts community, and the Department of Energy's Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Paducah via PAH: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Paducah is a UNESCO Creative City for Crafts and Folk Art, with the Lower Town Artist Relocation Program drawing creative residents. Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley form the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, one of the largest inland peninsulas in the US and a premier fishing and boating destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Paducah?

Yes. Barkley Regional Airport's 6,500-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G550 and Bombardier Challenger 650.

How far is Paducah from Kentucky Lake?

Barkley Regional Airport is approximately 25 miles from Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, typically a 30-minute drive.

Why fly private to Paducah?

Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Paducah, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.