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Beatty Airport (BTY/KBTY) is a public-use general aviation airport in Nye County, Nevada, located just south of Beatty near the California border. It serves private and charter aircraft and is a convenient desert airstrip for visitors heading to Death Valley National Park, Rhyolite, and the surrounding Mojave region. There is no scheduled commercial airline service.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors use Beatty as a fuel and supply stop before entering Death Valley, then combine the airport stop with nearby Rhyolite ghost town and the Goldwell Open Air Museum to avoid park crowds.
🚖 Getting There
Beatty Airport is about 3 miles south of downtown Beatty, with no public transit or scheduled shuttle service, so plan on a rental car, taxi, or pre-arranged pickup. From Beatty, US-95 and NV-374/CA-190 provide access toward Death Valley National Park; fill up in Beatty or Pahrump before heading into remote areas. Las Vegas is roughly a two-hour drive away via US-95 north.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Beatty Airport?
A: No scheduled commercial airlines serve Beatty Airport; it is a general aviation airport used by private, charter, and emergency aircraft.
Q: How far is Beatty Airport from Death Valley National Park?
A: The airport is just south of Beatty, and the drive to the Furnace Creek area of Death Valley typically takes about an hour or more depending on route and road conditions.
Q: Is fuel available at Beatty Airport?
A: Fuel and services at small general aviation airports can change, so pilots should check current airport data and call ahead to confirm 100LL availability and operating hours.
Q: Can I rent a car or get a taxi at the airport?
A: There are no rental car counters or regular public transit at the airport; arrange a vehicle or ride in Beatty before arrival.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash