IATA Code
ESD
ICAO Code
KORS
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown
Getting to and From Orcas Island Airport #
Very small island airfield - no rail. Ground transport is by taxi, private car, or prearranged shuttle; travel time to Eastsound (the main village) is typically under 10 minutes.
- Taxis & shuttles: Limited taxi service and local shuttles; pre-booking is recommended.
- Driving / parking: Short drive from the airport to local destinations; parking at or near the field is typically available.
- Ferry: Mainland connections require ferry travel from the San Juan Islands - plan transfer times carefully if connecting to ferry services.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Orcas Island Airport #
Small community airport with basic amenities.
- Lounges: None.
- Food & drink: No full-service restaurants in the terminal; local cafes in nearby Eastsound.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Expect limited or no public Wi‑Fi; bring chargers and a power bank.
- Accessibility: Short walking distances; assistance can usually be arranged with advance notice.
Tips for Orcas Island Airport #
- Plan ground transport in advance: Taxi service on Orcas Island is limited; arrange a taxi or shuttle before arrival, or plan to walk if you have very light luggage.
- Small aircraft facilities: Expect small terminal operations and short ramps; outdoor waiting areas can be exposed to wind and rain.
Weather & Climate near Orcas Island Airport #
Climate
Orcas Island Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (711 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 23
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 100 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 71 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 57 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 49 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.0h |
| June | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Excellent | 11° - 21° | 16° | 23 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.5h |
| August | Excellent | 11° - 21° | 16° | 28 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 10° | 64 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 114 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 2° | 94 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |