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Friday Harbor Seaplane Base

Friday Harbor, United States

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Friday Harbor Seaplane Base

Friday Harbor, United States
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Scenic seaplane base serving the San Juan Islands.

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Friday Harbor, United States
Friday Harbor Seaplane Base (FBS) is a small public seaplane facility located on the waterfront of Friday Harbor, the county seat of San Juan County, Washington, United States. It serves as a vital air link between the San Juan Islands and the mainland, offering float-plane services across the Puget Sound region. The base primarily serves general aviation and scheduled seaplane operators connecting Friday Harbor to destinations such as Seattle and other Pacific Northwest communities. Its waterfront location on San Juan Island makes it a convenient point of arrival for visitors and residents alike. Given the limited ferry and road access to the island, seaplane services play an important role in the local transportation network, providing fast and scenic travel options that complement the Washington State Ferry system.
Terminals
The facility is a basic seaplane base without a formal passenger terminal building, featuring minimal landside infrastructure typical of small float-plane operations.
Getting to & from
The seaplane base is situated within walking distance of downtown Friday Harbor, with local taxi and rental car services available for onward travel around San Juan Island.
Airlines here
Kenmore Air has historically operated scheduled seaplane service at Friday Harbor Seaplane Base, connecting it to Seattle and other Pacific Northwest destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Located on the waterfront of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, Washington.
  • ›Serves as an important transport link given the island's limited road and bridge access.
  • ›The base supports both scheduled seaplane services and general aviation float-plane operations.
  • ›Friday Harbor is the only incorporated town in San Juan County, Washington.
  • ›Seaplane travel offers direct scenic views of the San Juan Islands archipelago during flight.
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Touching down on water amid the emerald San Juan Islands

Friday Harbor Seaplane Base serves as a scenic aquatic gateway to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, Washington State. Operating as a floatplane facility on the sheltered waters of Friday Harbor, it connects the island community to the mainland and neighboring islands with small aircraft. It plays a vital role in year-round island access, particularly when ferry schedules are limited or weather makes surface travel challenging.

Terminals
  • Seaplane Dock — A modest waterfront dock facility handling floatplane arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available in Friday Harbor town center
  • Rental bicycles and scooters from local outfitters
  • Car rental agencies accessible in Friday Harbor
  • On-foot walking to downtown Friday Harbor (minutes away)
Nearby Hotels
  • Friday Harbor House
  • The Earthbox Inn & Spa
  • Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes
  • Tucker House Inn
  • Harrison House Suites
Dining

Friday Harbor's compact downtown, a short walk from the seaplane dock, offers a variety of cafes, seafood restaurants, and bakeries suited to island tastes. Dining options inside the seaplane base facility itself are minimal, but the town's waterfront restaurants are easily accessible on foot. Local favorites often feature fresh Pacific Northwest seafood and seasonal farm-to-table menus.

Traveller Tips
  • Book seaplane flights well in advance during summer as seats fill quickly with tourists and island residents.
  • Luggage limits on floatplanes are strict — pack light and check weight allowances with your operator.
  • Arrive at the dock early; boarding procedures differ from conventional airports and weather delays are common.
  • San Juan Island experiences mild but unpredictable weather, so dress in layers even in summer.

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Airlines serving this airport

Kenmore Air
M5

Routes

FBS → LKEM5 · DHP
FBS → RCEM5 · DHP
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Friday Harbor Seaplane Base is a public use seaplane base located adjacent to Friday Harbor, on San Juan Island in San Juan County, Washington, United States. It is owned by the Port of Friday Harbor.

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