With a population of 8,050, Ketchikan is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ketchikan has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ketchikan in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 64.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 23.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Ketchikan, with an average rainfall of 5.6″.
When flying to Ketchikan, you’ll arrive at Ketchikan (KTN), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Ketchikan include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Ketchikan departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 04m.
Average rates range from around $246 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $898 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Inn At Creek Street and Gilmore Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.
Renting a car in Ketchikan costs $79 per day, on average, or $237 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Ketchikan.
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Ketchikan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Ketchikan is Intermediate (Volkswagen Taos or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.