More than 240 flights arrive daily at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Flights on a variety of carriers connect Anchorage with major U.S. cities as well as Asia and Europe. For a comprehensive list of carriers and flight times from major cities visit Maps & Transportation.
Cruises and the state ferry system connect the Pacific Northwest with Alaska. Cruises depart from Seattle, Wash., and Vancouver, British Columbia, travel the Inside Passage in Southeast Alaska, and into Southcentral Alaska and the Anchorage area. The ferries of the Alaska Marine Highway System provide regular service between Bellingham, Wash. and Whittier, Alaska, 60 miles south of Anchorage. The ferry carries passengers as well as vehicles, with stops in Ketchikan, Juneau and Yakutat en route to Whittier. Private buses, shuttle services and the Alaska Railroad connect Whittier to Anchorage.
The Alaska Highway runs more than 1,300 miles between British Columbia, Canada and Alaska. The trip to Anchorage via Canada varies by departure point, but you’ll want to plan on several days of travel time. Make no mistake, the trip up the highway takes several days, is traverses some of the largest natural spaces left on the planet. The Milepost guidebook is an excellent resource for anyone traveling the Alaska Highway.
The busiest floatplane base in the world, Lake Hood, is right next to the international airport. With 500 takeoffs and landings at Lake Hood on a busy summer day, it’s a convenient way to access remote Alaska lodges, lakes and national parks. The Alaska Railroad depot is in downtown Anchorage, and connects the city with Fairbanks and Denali National Park to the north and Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park to the south. The scenic Glenn and Seward Highways hold even more opportunities for wildlife viewing, cultural exploration and nature adventures.
Alaska is within reach, so buckle up enjoy the ride and we’ll see you soon.
