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Port Angeles, WA

Port Angeles is a city in and the county seat of Clallam County, Washington, United States. The population was 19,960 at the 2020 census, it is the most populous city in the county, as well as the most populous city on the Olympic Peninsula.

Type CityPopulation 19,960

Why go

  • City in Washington, United States.
  • Served by Jefferson County International Airport (TWD).

History

Port Angeles is a city in and the county seat of Clallam County, Washington, United States. The population was 19,960 at the 2020 census, it is the most populous city in the county, as well as the most populous city on the Olympic Peninsula. The population was estimated at 20,112 in 2024.

Airports

William R Fairchild International Airport (CLM) 2.5 mi to the centre
Port Angeles, WA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Kenmore Air) · direct flights to 1 destination incl. Seattle (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
  • Kenmore Air M5 (CNC) · 1 route: Seattle

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Sequim Valley Airport (SQV) 12 mi to the centre
Sequim, WA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Jefferson County International Airport (TWD) 30 mi to the centre
Port Townsend, WA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Port Angeles Cgas Airport 2.7 mi to the centre
Port Angeles, WA, US
Outdoor
Lawson Airpark 2.9 mi to the centre
Port Angeles, WA, US
Outdoor
Big Andy Airport 9.1 mi to the centre
Port Angeles, WA, US
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Port Angeles
Ferry terminal · 1.2 mi from the centre · Blackball Transport
Outdoor
Port Angeles ↔ Victoria
Ferry route · Black Ball Transport
Outdoor
Port Angeles to Victoria
Ferry route · Black Ball Ferry Line
Outdoor
Victoria to Port Angeles
Ferry route · Black Ball Ferry Line
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Jefferson County International Airport (TWD); 13 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: CLM has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Seattle). By water: 1 ferry terminal within 12 mi (nearest: Port Angeles, 1.2 mi); routes include Port Angeles ↔ Victoria, Port Angeles to Victoria, Victoria to Port Angeles.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Port Angeles, WA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences