Orcas Island Airport
Airport Airport
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 #
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).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 23 mm.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.