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Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base (WFB)
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base (WFB) is a waterfront gateway to downtown Ketchikan and the island communities and scenic destinations of Southeast Alaska. Compare transfer options to hotels, cruise ship docks, Metlakatla, Misty Fjords and nearby areas, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is a public-use seaplane base located on the Ketchikan waterfront, directly beside downtown Ketchikan in Southeast Alaska. It functions as a compact floatplane hub for scheduled connections and scenic flights to communities and destinations across the region, including the Misty Fjords National Monument area.
The base is privately owned but open to the public, with a seaplane landing area in the protected waters of Ketchikan Harbor and docking facilities along the waterfront. Seaplane operators based in Ketchikan use the harbor for scheduled passenger service, charter flights and flightseeing tours.
Because the seaplane base sits in the heart of downtown, many hotels, restaurants, shops and the cruise ship docks are within easy walking distance. Ketchikan International Airport (KTN) lies across the Tongass Narrows on Gravina Island, about two miles west, and is reached by a short ferry or shuttle connection.
Passengers at WFB check in with their individual seaplane operator at small waterfront facilities rather than a large terminal. With its central location and direct water access, the base is a convenient starting point for exploring Ketchikan and nearby Southeast Alaska destinations.
Terminal Overview
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Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is a compact seaplane facility with no large passenger terminal. Passenger services are handled through small operator facilities, docks and waiting areas along the Ketchikan waterfront.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base
Transfers
Book private transfers between Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base and hotels, cruise ship docks, and other locations in and around downtown Ketchikan.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Ketchikan after arriving at the seaplane base, or for business and sightseeing trips.
Car Rental
Rent a car in downtown Ketchikan, near the seaplane base, for independent travel around the island and onward journeys to nearby attractions.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base, hotels, cruise ship docks and event venues in Ketchikan.
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