Transportation - Southwest

By Air
Southwest Alaska is accessed via major air carriers Alaska Airlines and Era Aviation. Numerous charter air operators also provide service including Branch River Air Service, Egli Air Haul, Inc., Highline Air Service and Sea Hawk Air.

By Ferry
The Alaska Marine Highway System serves Kodiak, Port Lions, Chignik, Sand Point, King Cove, Cold Bay, False Pass, Akutan and Unalaska.

For detailed transportation information and links to air carriers and charter operators visit the Getting Around section of the site.

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