Ketchikan travel guide

Ketchikan Tourism | Ketchikan Guide

You're Going to Love Ketchikan

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.

Activities & attractions in Ketchikan

When to visit Ketchikan

Ketchikan in December
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ketchikan in December
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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How to Get to Ketchikan

Plane

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.

Plane

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.

Airports near Ketchikan

Airlines serving Ketchikan

KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,805 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Island Air Express
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ketchikan

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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ketchikan

Most booked hotels in Ketchikan

Inn At Creek Street
2 stars
Excellent (9, 220 reviews)
$178+
The Landing Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 183 reviews)
$168+
My Place Hotel-Ketchikan, AK
2 stars
Excellent (8, 66 reviews)
$172+
Gilmore Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2 stars
Good (7, 128 reviews)
$178+
The Ketch Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 4 reviews)
$195+
Super 8 by Wyndham Ketchikan
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 191 reviews)
$97+

Renting a car in Ketchikan

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.

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.