Fly to Alaska

The peak season for Alaska is June to August (long daylight, warmest temperatures). May and September (fewer ships, crisper light, good wildlife viewing) October to April (cruise season closes entirely)

Airlines currently serving London to Alaska include Air Canada (via Vancouver), British Airways (via Vancouver), WestJet. Use our search to compare current fares across these carriers in all cabin classes.

UK passport holders: ESTA required, apply online in advance, approx. $21. US passport holders: N/A. EU passport holders: ESTA required, apply online in advance, approx. $21. Most Alaska cruises embark from Vancouver, Canada — UK and EU travellers connecting through Canada should also confirm eTA requirements for Canada itself

Alaska's top luxury hotels include Fairmont Hotel Vancouver (Downtown Vancouver), Rosewood Hotel Georgia (Downtown Vancouver), Westmark Juneau Hotel (Juneau). Each offers five-star service and is located in a prime area of the city.

Flight time from London to Alaska (YVR) varies by airline and routing. Business class fares start from approximately £4,500 return. Use our live search for current schedules and durations.

Alaska's top experiences include: Glacier Bay National Park ice calving; Hubbard Glacier close-up cruising; Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier; Ketchikan's totem poles and salmon runs; Whale watching in the Inside Passage; Skagway's Gold Rush history and White Pass railway.

Alaska is visited by millions of international tourists each year. As with any travel destination, follow standard precautions: be aware of your surroundings, keep copies of travel documents, and check your government's current travel advisory before departure. The UK Foreign Office provides up-to-date safety assessments at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

A luxury trip to Alaska typically involves flights (business class from £4,500 return), five-star accommodation (from around £350/night at top properties), dining (£80–£300 per head at Michelin-level restaurants), and private transfers and experiences. A 7-night trip for two in business class and a five-star hotel typically starts at £8,000–£15,000 all-in.