Alaska

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Nov 5 — Nov 121
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Flights to Alaska in 2024

Find the latest flights to Alaska in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,570,725 searches and data was last updated on October 31, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$628

Round-trip from

$415

One-way from

$229
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in October 2024
From New York to Anchorage
One-way flight from New York to Alaska

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Fri 12/62:29 pmEWR - ANC
2 stops15h 12mDelta
Sun 12/85:15 pmANC - EWR
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/30$415
Thu 12/1211:45 amJFK - ANC
2 stops25h 04mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/1611:00 amANC - JFK
1 stop15h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/31$445
Fri 12/61:42 pmLGA - ANC
2 stops13h 56mDelta
Mon 12/95:15 pmANC - LGA
2 stops13h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/30$465
Fri 12/64:37 pmJFK - ANC
1 stop13h 04mDelta
Sun 12/85:15 pmANC - JFK
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/30$473
Fri 12/66:30 pmJFK - FAI
1 stop20h 42mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/93:57 pmFAI - JFK
1 stop10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$480
Fri 12/67:59 pmEWR - JNU
2 stops28h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/107:15 amJNU - EWR
1 stop19h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$489
Fri 12/63:15 pmLGA - ANC
1 stop11h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/911:55 pmANC - LGA
1 stop9h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$498
Wed 11/207:30 amEWR - ANC
2 stops22h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/2412:59 amANC - EWR
1 stop11h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$531
Wed 11/203:40 pmEWR - ANC
1 stop11h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/259:20 pmANC - EWR
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$544
Fri 12/65:30 pmEWR - FAI
2 stops21h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/93:57 pmFAI - EWR
1 stop11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$549
Fri 12/66:30 pmJFK - JNU
3 stops29h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/99:46 amJNU - JFK
3 stops16h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$556
Sat 12/77:00 amJFK - SIT
2 stops15h 22mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/137:14 pmSIT - JFK
3 stops30h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$557

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New YorkAnchorage

JFK - ANC

JFKANC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/6

4:00 pm-8:49 am

1 stop20h 49m

$229

New YorkAnchorage

LGA - ANC

LGAANC

New York LaGuardia

Fri 12/6

1:42 pm-1:41 am

2 stops15h 59m

$243

New YorkAnchorage

LGA - ANC

LGAANC

New York LaGuardia

Fri 12/6

3:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$250

New YorkAnchorage

LGA - ANC

LGAANC

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/26

7:30 am-6:29 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$273

New YorkFairbanks

JFK - FAI

JFKFAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/19

1:00 pm-11:16 am

2 stops26h 16m

$251

New YorkAnchorage

JFK - ANC

JFKANC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/6

2:45 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$255

NewarkAnchorage

EWR - ANC

EWRANC

Newark

Sat 4/26

8:31 am-6:29 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$273

NewarkAnchorage

EWR - ANC

EWRANC

Newark

Fri 1/24

9:25 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$274

NewarkFairbanks

EWR - FAI

EWRFAI

Newark

Tue 11/19

9:00 am-11:16 am

2 stops30h 16m

$259

NewarkAnchorage

EWR - ANC

EWRANC

Newark

Sat 4/26

2:59 pm-12:18 am

2 stops13h 19m

$278

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Travel insights for flights to Alaska

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How long is the flight to Alaska?

On average, a flight from New York to Alaska takes 21 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Alaska from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Alaska?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Alaska. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Alaska should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Friday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Alaska?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Alaska are Sun Country Air, Delta and American Airlines.

Rainfall in Alaska by month

Plan your trip to Alaska by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alaska ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Alaska when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Alaska by month

Plan your trip to Alaska by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alaska, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alaska. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines to Alaska to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.5
Good
3,900 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overview

Booking flights to Alaska remain a mystery for some, but those who do book Alaska flights and venture to “The Last Frontier” catch a glimpse of the nation’s most beautiful landscapes, engaging wildlife and natural habitats, and a more simplistic way of living.

If you love to fly you’re in luck! One of the best ways to see the country is to board a prop-plane and buy airline tickets to see remote villages, fishing sites and just about anywhere else you want to go. You can also get to Alaska via train or bus, but the fares are more expensive. Major airline carriers book flights to Alaska’s hub, Anchorage, and from there travelers can book other Alaska flights to various parts of the country.

You don’t have to be adventurous or outdoorsy to book a flight to Alaska. But, most people who have been to Alaska agree that a visit is in order to understand its greatness. Consider this statistic: the state of Rhode Island could fit into Alaska 425 times. Alaska is called American’s “Last Frontier” for a reason. Book flights to Alaska with an open mind, and let the country captivate you with its simplicity and its beauty.

  • How long is the flight to Alaska?

    When looking at the popular routes going to Alaska from other parts of the USA, the flight times are between 3h-6h. Those routes would be from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), along with Portland International Airport (PDX) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) or Anchorage International Airport (ANC). The fastest and shortest one-stop flight from the USA to Alaska is from SEA and PDX at around 5h. However, some flights may have a longer layover with a flight time to your destination that can be up to 19h.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Alaska from?

    You can find direct flights to Alaska at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Portland International Airport (PDX). Alaska Airlines can fly you non-stop to Alaska without dealing with any layovers along the way. The direct flights to Anchorage International Airport (ANC) offer the fastest times at around 3h.

  • How do you get from Anchorage Airport to the city’s center?

    The most popular city in Alaska is Anchorage. Once you’ve landed from Anchorage International Airport (ANC), there are numerous options for you to get to the city’s center. Taxis are available in both the South and North Terminals of the airport. The Yellow Cab or Checkered Cab services can get you to downtown Anchorage within 13-20 minutes at a fare of about $17-22. You can walk to the bus stop just east of the North Terminal and hop onto the People Mover Bus #40 to your destination. ANC has a Rental Car Center just across from the South Terminal that you can reach by the free shuttle service. You can also use Uber and Lyft to get downtown.

  • What are some things to do in Alaska?

    Called America’s “”Last Frontier””, Alaska has a scenic landscape filled with natural beauty and wildlife. There are five regions of Alaska to visit, the Arctic, the Inside Passage, the Interior, Southcentral, and the Southwest. Each area provides you with plenty of things to do, from eco-tours and dog sledding to bear viewing and freshwater fishing. When in Anchorage, you can hike Flattop Mountain, ski during the winter months, check out the H2Oasis Waterpark, visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center, and much more. You may also want to travel around the state and take a flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks where you can gaze at the Aurora Borealis, as well as a pan for gold and take a riverboat cruise. Another popular place to visit in Alaska is Juneau, where there are numerous hiking trails, whale watching, and flightseeing tours, the Tongass National Forest, and the Mendenhall Glacier.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Alaska?

    You do not need a passport or a visa to fly to Alaska if you are a citizen of the USA and are flying in from another state. However, all non-citizens of the USA will need a passport to enter Alaska, but may not need a tourist visa to enter if coming from one of the 38 countries that are part of the Visa Waiver Program.

  • What is the climate like in Alaska?

    Given the enormous size of Alaska and its location, the weather varies greatly depending on where your Alaska flight takes you. Some places go into the 80s (F) and 90s in summer, others make it into the 30s. Along the southern coast winter temperatures are in the 20s, while farther north they drop to -50 and lower. The southern areas have well-defined four seasons and northern areas have winter and summer. The northern coast has the most dramatic change in daylight hours. In Barrow, the sun sets at 12.50pm on November 18 and rises at 11.51am on January 24. By 1.06am on May 10 there is 24-hour daylight.  Alaskan weather is famously unpredictable; a snow storm on July 4 followed by a hot July 5 is not out of character.

  • What is the best way to travel around Alaska?

    Alaskan cities are fairly easy to drive in and park; the exception is parking an RV in downtown Anchorage during the week. All sorts of vehicles travel the Alaska Highway, which is open year-round and is paved for all but a few miles. Other popular ways to get around Alaska are by water and by air; in fact, the only way to many towns, including Juneau, the state’s capital, is via air or water. Many cruise lines offer tours of Alaska, and state-owned ferries can get you from one point to another. Another option is to travel through Alaska by rail, bush plane, air taxi, or helicopter.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Alaska if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Alaska on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Alaska?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Alaska.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Alaska?

    Kodiak is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Alaska. One-way flights to Kodiak typically cost $77, while round-trip flights cost around $198.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Alaska?

    A round-trip flight to Alaska will typically cost around $382, however they can be found for as little as $268.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Alaska depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Alaska, Juneau Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Anchorage have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Anchorage can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Anchorage?

    Yes. Anchorage has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Alaskan Frontier Gardens Bed & Breakfast is the closest property to Anchorage (1.0 mi away from Anchorage).

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