So, where is Barrow, Alaska or Utqiagvik, Alaska? As you might already know or guess, Utqiagvik is located just west of downtown on the north coast of Alaska and is the northernmost city in North America.
In Back to the Future, Marty McFly and Doc didn’t need roads to get where they were going. But you won’t have the opportunity to get to Utqiagvik, Alaska, on roads because there are none! Well, there are roads in the city, but not to the city. The only way to get to Utqiagvik is by plane.
Direct flights to Barrow, Alaska depart from Anchorage Airport via Alaska Airlines daily (and vice versa). It is usually an afternoon flight and takes just under two hours. And there are direct flights to Anchorage, one of the largest cities in Alaska, from major US cities.
Some of the main options include Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Chicago, and Minneapolis.
You can also book flights to Barrow and tours from Fairbanks. Some travel companies offer morning flights to Utqiagvik, where you can spend about seven hours in the city and then catch an evening flight. Check out Alaska Wildland, Tundra Tours Inc, and Northern Alaska Tour Company to consider your options.
You might have assumed that since Utqiagvik is on the coast, this boat would also be a transportation option. Perhaps a place to stay during your Alaska cruise? But you’re out of luck, as there is no regular ship to this city. Booking flights to Barrow will be your best option.