Airport
Ketchikan International Airport (KTN)
Ketchikan International Airport is the main air gateway to Ketchikan and southern Southeast Alaska, located on Gravina Island across Tongass Narrows from downtown. Compare transfer options by airport ferry, taxi, private transfer and rental car to Ketchikan, the cruise docks and nearby communities.
Passengers
Luggage
About Ketchikan International Airport
Ketchikan International Airport is the primary air gateway for Ketchikan and surrounding communities in southern Southeast Alaska. The airport opened in 1973 and serves both scheduled passenger flights and regional air traffic, including seaplane operations on a dedicated water runway.
The airport is located on Gravina Island, separated from downtown Ketchikan by Tongass Narrows. Because there is no road connection to the city, travelers reach Ketchikan by the Ketchikan Airport Ferry, which crosses the narrows in about five to seven minutes and runs every 15 to 30 minutes depending on the season.
The single two-story terminal combines check-in, baggage claim and rental car counters on the ground floor with security screening, departure gates and passenger amenities on the upper level. The compact layout keeps walking distances short and is designed for regional and seasonal traffic.
Facilities include a sit-down bar, snack bar, restaurant service and a gift shop, along with taxi, rental car and private transfer options for onward travel. Despite its small size, the airport is a vital connection point for residents, cruise passengers and visitors exploring Ketchikan and the surrounding islands.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Ketchikan International Airport has a single two-story passenger terminal. Check-in, baggage claim and rental car counters are on the ground floor, while security screening, departure gates and concessions are on the upper level.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Ketchikan International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers to connect from Ketchikan International Airport to hotels, the downtown cruise docks, vacation rentals and other destinations across Ketchikan.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Ketchikan, business appointments, sightseeing or multi-stop journeys after arriving at KTN.
Car Rental
Rent a car from the rental counters at Ketchikan International Airport for independent travel around Ketchikan and onward exploration of the surrounding area.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Ketchikan International Airport, cruise ship docks, hotels, event venues and other local destinations.
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