Juneau

The capital city of our state, this city is the hub for travel in Southeast Alaska.

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Juneau

Juneau is many things: a mountain town, a coastal community, a natural wonder, a wildlife hotspot, and culture. Juneau is rich in history, art, music, and Native heritage. It’s an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, a shopper’s trove, and a food lover’s dream.  Juneau’s International Airport is Southeast’s air hub, where charter, regional and major airlines all travel through and is reachable any time of the year from the lower 48, less than a three-hour flight from Seattle, multiple direct flights arrive daily. 

While Juneau has no road access, it is only 94 miles from Haines and easily accessible through the state ferry, private boat tour company or a small commuter flight company. Alaska Marine Highway ferry system is a great option if you are traveling with your vehicle, it serves most of the Southeast area, either departing/arriving through Bellingham or Prince Rupert.  Traveling by ferry (Southeast’s road) you stop at communities along the way giving you opportunities to stay a few days. Alaska Fjordlines catamaran, a Haines based company offering a  2 ½ hour tour with stops along the way for sea life and provides your own tour guide. Alaska Seaplanes could be a great flightseeing option through the deepest fjord in North America and longest in the world and unbelievable views!     

Want to bring your own boat? Our harbor department has you covered, a room with a view.

BY AIR

Most people arrive in Juneau via Alaska Airlines, which offers year-round daily jet service from Seattle to Juneau, Fairbanks and Anchorage. During summer months, Delta Airlines also provides service to Juneau. Once you're in Juneau, you can use one of the following regional or charter services for flights to Haines.

Alaska Seaplanes

Year-round scheduled flights and charter service available. Connecting Haines with Skagway, Juneau, Gustavus, Sitka, Hoonah, Kake, Angoon, Tenakee, Pelican, Elfin Cove and Excursion Inlet. Flightseeing and Pack Creek Bear Tours available. Our...

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Mountain Flying Service

With us you will be flown by the highest time, local pilot, with 29+ years experience. Every one of the 40,000+ passengers that has flown with Paul have returned safe, sound, and happy. Our DHC-2 Beaver is our sole aircraft getting all of our...

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FlyDrake - Earth Center Adventures

World Class scenic flights to Glacier Bay and beyond. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Year-round service by Haines resident owner/pilot, Drake as illustrated in the February 2007 issue of Alaska Magazine. Glacier and beach landings available....

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BY SEA

Alaska Marine Highway State Ferry has year-round service from the port of Bellingham, Washington to the Inside Passage of Southeast, Alaska.

Alaska Marine Highway

The Alaska Marine Highway System has been operating year-round since 1963, with regularly scheduled passenger and vehicle service to 33 communities in Alaska, plus Bellingham, Washington, and Prince Rupert, British Columbia. There are...

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Alaska Fjordlines

Fjord Express to Juneau, A family owned and operated business with over 30 years experience that offers a spectacular day cruise package to Juneau, one-way transportation or an overnight excursion. The Fjord Express is a sleek, 65′, high...

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Explore More of Haines

Plan Your Visit

Visiting Haines will take some planning, but once you get here, you will be happy you did. There are many ways to get here. Find out which one suits you best!

Things To Do

Haines is surrounded by pristine glacial waters and craggy mountains that offer visitors the opportunity to define their own adventure.