Blakely Island Airport (38WA/BYW) is a private-use airport serving the residential community on Blakely Island, located within the San Juan Archipelago of Washington state. Its primary role is to provide essential air access for property owners and their guests, as the island is not served by the Washington State Ferries system. The airport is a critical piece of infrastructure that makes living on and visiting the remote island feasible.
There are no recent traveler reviews or experiences available for Blakely Island Airport (BYW) in Blakely Island, US. The airport's page on shows "0 reviews" and invites users to write one. Similarly, and indicate "No recent reports yet" for community wait time feedback.
Therefore, it is not possible to summarize overall traveler sentiment, satisfaction, or specific experiences regarding terminal facilities, amenities, cleanliness, security, customs, transportation, parking, strengths, or complaints based on traveler reviews.
However, based on available airport information, here's what can be gathered:
Security and Immigration:
- Average TSA security wait time: Approximately 7 minutes, with TSA PreCheck lanes averaging under 4 minutes.
- Peak hours for security: 5-8 AM and 4-7 PM, with wait times potentially reaching 11 minutes or longer.
- Off-peak hours for security: Typically 4 minutes.
- Best times for security: Early morning (5:00-6:00 AM) and mid-afternoon (2:00-4:00 PM).
- Immigration and passport control wait times: Approximately 7 minutes.
- TSA PreCheck benefits: Allows travelers to keep shoes on, laptops in bags, and jackets on, significantly reducing wait times.
- Mobile Passport Control app: Can be used for faster processing of international arrivals.
Arrival Recommendations:
- Domestic flights: Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure.
- International flights: Arrive at least 150 minutes (2.5 hours) before departure.
- Peak seasons (July, August, December): Add an extra 30 minutes to arrival times as wait times can be 30-50% longer.
Airport Characteristics:
- Small airport: This is a factor in wait time predictions.
- Private airport: Operational status is listed as "Private".
- Location: Blakely Island, US, within the San Juan Islands.
Transportation Connections:
- Ground transportation: Options include walking to the marina (10 min), Uber, Lyft, Taxi, Car Rental, and Parking.
Amenities:
- TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security.
- Lounges (with Priority Pass or credit card memberships).
- Dining and shopping.
- Currency exchange.
- Free WiFi.
Blakely Island Airport appears to be a small, private airport with generally short security and immigration wait times, especially with TSA PreCheck. Travelers should be aware of peak travel times and seasons when planning their arrival.
*Sources researched: flightqueue.com, sanjuanairlines.com, airportguide.com, aopa.org*
Routes from BYW
2 nonstop destinations · 1 airline.
Airlines at BYW
1 carrier operate scheduled departures.
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Airport routes
Blakely Island Airport (BYW) offers 2 flight routes operated by 1 airline. Major carriers include San Juan Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Blakely Island include Orcas Island, Bellingham Intl.
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Common questions about BYW
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How many destinations have nonstop flights from BYW?
Blakely Island Airport has 2 scheduled routes to 2 destinations in 1 countries, operated by 1 airlines.
Which airlines fly from Blakely Island Airport?
1 carriers operate scheduled departures, including San Juan Airlines.
Where is Blakely Island Airport located?
Blakely Island Airport is located in Blakely Island, US, at an elevation of 66 ft. Its IATA code is BYW and ICAO code is 38WA.