Why go
- City in Washington, United States.
- Served by Anacortes Airport (OTS).
History
Anacortes is a city in Skagit County, Washington, United States. The name "Anacortes" is an adaptation of the name of Anne Curtis Bowman, who was the wife of early Fidalgo Island settler Amos Bowman. Anacortes' population was 17,637 at the time of the 2020 census. It is one of two principal cities of and included in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 9 direct destinations
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80, 757) · 6 routes: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mesa, Oakland, Palm Springs, San Diego
- Alaska Airlines AS (737-800, Dash 8-400) · 4 routes: Honolulu, Las Vegas, Portland*, Seattle*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Kenmore Air M5 (CNC) · 1 route: Seattle
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Kenmore Air M5 (CNC) · 1 route: Friday Harbor
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Kenmore Air M5 (DHP) · 1 route: WSX*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Anacortes Airport (OTS); 9 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 5 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Guemes Island Ferry, 2.3 mi); routes include Guemes Island Ferry Crossing, Guemes Island to Anacortes, Anacortes to Guemes Island.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Anacortes, WA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.