Orcas Island Airport — Eastsound, United States
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Distance & flight time from ESD
Orcas Island Airport
ESD is the code for Orcas Island Airport, located in Eastsound in Washington State's San Juan Islands. The airport serves the island's residents and tourists with small-plane connections to Seattle and other regional airports, offering a scenic alternative to ferry travel through the picturesque San Juan archipelago in Puget Sound. ESD primarily accommodates light aircraft, seaplane-adjacent traffic, and charter operators like Kenmore Air, which are popular for scenic flights over the islands. Given the limited ferry capacity to Orcas Island, especially during peak tourist season, the airport provides a valuable transportation option for visitors heading to the island's resorts, state parks, and outdoor recreation areas.
Runways at Orcas Island Airport (ESD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 2901 ft (884 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASPH-G |
Radio frequencies for Orcas Island Airport (ESD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | 135.425 MHz | |
| CTAF | 128.25 MHz | |
| WHIDBEY APP/DEP | 118.2 MHz |
Airports near Orcas Island Airport (ESD)
- Friday Harbor Airport (FRD) — 22.2 km (13.8 mi)
- Bellingham International Airport (BLI) — 28.9 km (18.0 mi)
- Victoria International Airport (YYJ) — 38.6 km (24.0 mi)
- Boundary Bay Airport (YDT) — 41.3 km (25.7 mi)
- Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) (NUW) — 43.8 km (27.2 mi)
- Langley Airport (YLY) — 48.2 km (30.0 mi)
- Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) — 53.4 km (33.2 mi)
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) — 57.6 km (35.8 mi)
ESD is often searched by travelers weighing flights versus ferries to Orcas Island; it serves Eastsound in the San Juan Islands and should not be confused with mainland Washington airports.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Orcas Island Airport?
The IATA code for Orcas Island Airport is ESD.
What is the ICAO code for Orcas Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Orcas Island Airport is KORS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.