GETTING HERE
Closer Than You Think
PART OF SITKA’ S MAGIC IS IN ITS REMOTE LOCATION. Far removed from Alaska’ s road systems and deep in the heart of the Tongass National Forest, our island community is only accessible by air or water.
Fortunately, you only need a two-hour flight from Seattle or a direct flight from Anchorage with a quick stop in Juneau to get here. Alaska Airlines serves Sitka year-round.
If you’ re looking to transport attendees from around Southeast Alaska or conduct regional site visits, Alaska Seaplanes provides service between our neighboring communities. Sitka is a direct flight away from Kake, Klawock, and Juneau, and depending on the season, trips to Juneau may open up an opportunity to fly to Whitehorse. Want customized service and itineraries for your group? Contact one of our airlines to charter your own flight into Sitka.
While you can’ t drive here directly by car, the Alaska Marine Highway System operates as Southeast Alaska’ s“ road” system with ferry routes starting from Bellingham, Washington. The Port of Sitka is the largest harbor in Alaska! As a yacht-friendly community, Sitka also houses the facilities needed to support yachts and private charters. For small ship and boat arrivals, the Sitka Harbor Department will answer any questions you have about rates, bookings, and regulations.
If you need to ship freight prior to your arrival, Sitka has many different options to choose from. From general air freight to expedited GoldStreak service, Alaska Air Cargo offers daily shipments to a network of over 100 airports. If you’ re located within Alaska, ACE Air Cargo is another option for hassle-free air freight.
USPS, UPS, and FedEx all have offices in Sitka, and barge shipments arrive in town twice weekly through both Alaska Marine Lines and Samson Tug & Barge. To get your cargo to Southeast Alaska via barge, ship it to their respective Seattle warehouses.
Even with the peaceful, secluded location of our island community, getting here is easy – no matter how big your group is or how large your shipment may be.
Visit visitsitka. org / visitor-info / getting-here for more information on getting to Sitka.
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