Drive or Fly: Anchorage, AK to Juneau, AK?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Could go either way
This distance is a toss-up. Drive if you want flexibility and lower cost, fly if you value time.
Drive
Door to Door
40h 41m
Distance
670.3 mi
Total Cost
$761
CO2
271 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$146
Hotel (4 nights)$440
Meals (5 days)$175
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Requires 5 days of driving
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Driver fatigue on longer stretches
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 49m
1h 9m in the air
Air Distance
573 mi
Total Cost
$198
CO2
146 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$143
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Anchorage, AKAnchorage International Airport (4 mi)
Juneau, AKJuneau International Airport (7 mi)
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Saves about 35h 52m compared to driving
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 40h 41m | 4h 49m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $761 | $198 |
| Carbon footprint | 271 kg CO2 | 146 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Anchorage, AK to Juneau, AK with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.