Juneau International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
JNU
ICAO Code
PAJN
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Juneau International (JNU) is the principal airport serving Alaska’s capital. It is a small single‑terminal airport located close to downtown Juneau and serves a mix of mainline and regional flights, with Alaska Airlines as the dominant carrier. The facility handles scheduled passenger services and floatplane transfers to nearby communities.

Juneau International Airport
Elevation: 6 m
58.3549, -134.5744

Terminal Guide for Juneau International Airport #

JNU operates from a single passenger terminal with a compact layout: check‑in and baggage claim are on the landside and gates are a short walk from security. Floatplane and seaplane operations are handled separately at nearby docks, while scheduled carriers use the main terminal. The terminal is easy to navigate with short walking distances between facilities.

Getting to and From Juneau International Airport #

The airport is very close to downtown Juneau - transfers are typically 5-15 minutes depending on exact destination.

  • Taxi/shuttle: Taxis and hotel shuttles provide rapid transfers from the terminal to downtown and cruise docks.
  • Walking: Some downtown hotels and points are within walkable distance depending on luggage.
  • Car: Rental cars are available; driving distances are short but parking in downtown can vary.
  • Ride‑share: Ride‑share availability is limited; taxis and hotel shuttles are common.

Facilities, Services, and Dining at Juneau International Airport #

The terminal offers cafés, snack bars and a small selection of shops oriented toward travelers and cruise passengers. Free Wi‑Fi is typically available; charging stations and seating are provided. There are limited lounge facilities, but airline-specific waiting areas exist. Accessibility services and assistance for remote‑area connections can be arranged via airlines; floatplane desks and local tour operators have counters in or near the terminal.

Hotels and Layovers at Juneau International Airport #

Juneau has numerous hotels within a short drive or walking distance from the airport and downtown - the terminal is very close to the city centre. There are no large on‑site airport hotels; instead look for downtown properties that offer airport shuttles or are within a short taxi ride. For very short layovers consider hotels in downtown Juneau for convenience and quick access to terminal transfers.

Tips for Juneau International Airport #

  • Juneau airport sits at the city edge with a very short transfer to downtown - taxis and hotel shuttles are quick; in good weather some travellers walk or use scooters for the short distance.
  • Most scheduled services are operated by Alaska Airlines and regional carriers; connections can be affected by weather, so expect occasional delays.
  • If continuing to remote areas by floatplane or small aircraft, check baggage size/weight rules - these are stricter than for mainline flights.

Weather & Climate near Juneau International Airport #

Climate

Juneau International Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1501 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.6h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (220 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

220 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.2h daylight

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