The Northern Lights in Alaska
Carl Johnson

Is Alaska really far away?

Alaska is not as far away from the contiguous United States as you might think. A direct flight from Seattle means you'll arrive in Anchorage in three hours or so. Flights from Minneapolis take about five hours.  Several international carriers also have nonstop flights to Anchorage, although many only operate on a seasonal basis. Visitors can also drive to Alaska, take a ferry or board a cruise ship. Get more information on traveling to Anchorage.

Getting to Alaska

Alaska Airlines planes parked at the TSAIA

Getting to Alaska

Getting to Anchorage is a snap. More than 240 flights arrive daily at the Anchorage airport, and direct flights on a variety of carriers connect Anchorage with many major U.S. cities. 

Transportation

The Glacier Discovery train pulls into Whittier with a docked cruise ship

Transportation

Whether traveling by air, land or sea, visitors to Anchorage find convenient connections inside Alaska during their travels.

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