The ticket agent was very patient and helpful when I could not locate my boarding passes on my…read morephone because of no WiFi. We wouldn't have been able to board if not for her. I hope that the airport will install WiFi for their customers.

Most tourists visit Ketchikan through cruise ships. It's one of the major destination cities along…read morethe Inside Passage section of Alaska. But for those like myself who travel alone, the only alternative option for visiting Ketchikan is flying. Taking a plane is intriguing because...KTN is a quiet, regional airport with not many passengers coming and going. I appreciate these types of places because you feel transported to a far away destination. And interestingly...once arriving here at KTN, to exit the airport and get to downtown Ketchikan, you must pay for a quick ferry boat ride. That includes taking a rental car with you. It may sound tedious and overwhelming, but it's not. The process is simple and in my opinion, adds to the exciting fabric of being here in Alaska, especially for those of us who live in the Lower 48 states. Before getting into the ferry situation, here are some facts about KTN - Ketchikan Airport... - Alaska Airlines is the primary carrier transporting passengers to and from KTN. They operate multiple flights a day out of SEA - Seattle. I flew Alaska Airlines on my return trip back to SEA. Flight time was about 1 hour and 40 minutes. - I actually flew on Delta from SEA to KTN. Delta operates an Embraer 175 aircraft which is the ideal plane for traveling short haul distances. It's 2x2 seating and avoids that dreaded middle person seat. This way every passenger is content, whereas Alaska Airlines has their usual Boeing 737's with 3x3 seating. But, pricing for both Delta and Alaska were relatively similar at the time of booking. I paid around $140 (each way), so $280 is not bad in this day and age for flying. - I rented a car with Budget through Expedia. Rental cars are located on the 1st floor main level of KTN. For 3 full days, I paid $330 for a midsize car which was expensive from my pov. But, with KTN being so small of an airport, rental car options were limited. - Once exiting the terminal and grabbing the rental car, you have no alternative but to hop on the ferry, whether it's just you as the pedestrian or with your car. - I purchased ferry tickets with my rental agency, Budget. It was $7 each way for myself including the car. - Now, the ferry departs the airport side going to downtown Ketchikan every 30 minutes on the hour and half hour. The ferry returns back towards KTN Airport at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. Basically, there's plenty of opportunities to catch whatever ferry is in progress whether you're coming or going from KTN. - The actual ferry trip is 10 - 15 minutes in total. I was able to exit my rental car and stand at the edge of the boat's platform for scenic views and picture taking. Most passengers hung outside as well to breathe in the fresh air. Thinking of some last extras about KTN Airport... - I didn't purchase souvenirs inside at the gift shop. Downtown Ketchikan has all sorts of stores for buying keepsakes. No need to get anything at the airport. - When I arrived at KTN with Delta, they didn't use a jet bridge so having the chance to walk on the tarmac beside these jumbo jets was thrilling. Though...when flying back to SEA with Alaska Airlines, they used a jet bridge which slightly dampened the experience. Overall, I'd suggest flying Delta if their departure times fit well for you. But...I believe Delta only offers 1 or 2 flights a day to KTN. - Finally, I've actually seen a YouTuber post a very entertaining Vlog about flying along the "Alaska Milk Run". According to news.alaskaair.com, The Milk Run refers to "the daily circuit of Alaska Airlines flights that hop between towns in Southeast Alaska, serving as a lifeline for the communities that aren't always connected by roads to the outside world". Those towns are...Ketchikan, Wrangell, Petersburg, Sitka and Juneau to name some of the popular stops. If you're an aviation enthusiast, this may be an adventure that interests you. - Also, flying into and out of KTN is a sightseeing trip in itself showcasing the colorful Tongass Narrows mountain range during summers. But beware, Ketchikan is known as one of the rainiest places on earth among a rain forest climate, so you may be flying through clouds. I think I'll stop here. Thanks for taking a moment to read this. Hope there's useful details about what to expect flying to KTN Airport.

Ketchikan, located on Revillagigedo Island in Alaska's Tongass National Forest, is known as…read more"Alaska's First City," famous for its Native culture, totem poles, and salmon fishing, earning it the nickname "Salmon Capital of the World". It's a popular port & cruise ship destination. It's accessible only by boat or plane. The Port and it's walkable downtown feature historic Creek Street, and offers abundant outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing, especially in the summer months of May - September

9/9/2025 - Arrived at the Ketchikan Port this morning while raining. Viewing scenes from the ship…read morewas amazing. However, the shore excursion was very disappointed due to raining, basically the shuttle bus dropped visitors off at the visitor center and let guests go for a walk to see glaciers, but most tour people decided to stay at the visitor center to avoid a slippery through walking. It is better to stay on the ship to view the scenes. Tip: You may avoid visiting Alaska in September due to a bad whether, or you can't see any glaciers during the 7-day cruise, e.g., the captain decided to forgo the scenary route due to a bad whether, which resulted most cruisers not see any glaciers during the entire cruise period.

Island Air Express is a rescue partner with Ketchikan Community Cats Program. They have provided…read moretransport for dogs and cats between Prince of Wales Island and Ketchikan so animals in need can receive medical care. Without Island Air Express as a partner in rescue, Ketchikan Community Cats Program would not be able to serve these animals.

It was my third time to Alaska and Island Air Express greeted me with such warmness, I wanted to…read moremove to Alaska!!! From the first greet to getting on the plane to Klawock, every person I met helped me every step of the way! And the pilot was not just amazing, but funny too! Thank you Madison and Zack for being so welcoming, flexible, and sweet!!!

Sabra was extremely helpful. We inquired about the ferry to Annette Bay - the only location with…read moresame day service, Thurs. through Monday. She told us to be here at 10 for the 10:45 ferry. She also gave us prices for passengers and our car. If we don't take a car, she gave us phone numbers for the car rental and taxi cabs over there. If we go to the Visitor's Center downtown, she said we might be able to arrange a tour for Annette Bay. We used the ladies room, which was clean & brightly lit. Everything was in working order. It had the softest toilet paper I've used in a public restroom lately, and a unique bag for feminine hygiene products.

These people and this company have always been kind and extremely professional and when we had to…read morebring our fur baby home to say goodbye they were sympathetic and supportive so thankful for this amazing opportunity to share our thoughts with our community

I'm very pleased with My Place Hotel in Ketchikan. I went to visit my sister who has terminal…read morecancer and "Wendy" who took my reservations was amazing. I explained to her that I needed a bigger room as my sister was planning on staying with me. She was so gracious and sweet and made the changes for me. Our check in was fast and seamless. The next day we ran out of coffee and Wendy brought coffee, towels and even bottles of water to our room. The room was very clean and the beds comfortable. It's quiet too. Our room was in the back and we heard nothing back there. The towels were great and smelled of bleach so I knew they were cleaned well. There is a little store by the front desk where you can buy snacks or a tooth brush or even dishes as there is a small kitchenette in each room. Each of the refrigerator/freezers in the rooms has an ice maker. If I get back to Ketchikan this is the motel I will be staying at. I don't think you can go wrong staying here.

This is the most basic hotel so don't expect anything fancy. Each of our pillows was way too thick,…read moreso we all have neck pain. And they say that there is someone at the front desk 24/7, but the few times I went down there for extra toilet paper there was no one to be found.

Good restrooms right off the ships on the dock. Building filled with tour folks....about 25%…read morediscount from ship price. Negociate...

we had a blast on our tour! i forget our drivers name but very informative, and a good value…read morecompared toall the expensive tours in ketchikan

Nicole and Jim were amazing hosts! The Black Bear Inn is by far one of the best places on the…read moreisland to stay! We stayed in the bunkhouse, which was top-notch and roomie for the 3 of us! The place had access to the ocean, amazing views, and a welcoming environment with a beautiful landscape and house! We would 100% stay again! It's nice and quiet and just a few miles from the hustle and bustle of town! Nicole gave great recommendations for things to do and go see as well!

From the second we made our reservation we were greeted with a welcome message from Nicole!!! we…read moreknew we were in a magical place! What was a last minute excursion turned into what we hope to be a life long friendship! The enchanting inn is a h heavenly home away from home! The most comfortable quiet a room with mesmerizing views! Do yourself a favor book today

Fantastic experience!! We flew through the Misty Fjords and it was spectacular! Our pilot was…read moreamazing and went out of his way to make our trip unforgettable. Pointing out all of the wildlife and giving us the complete history of the area both ways. Was the absolute highlight of our trip!!