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San Juan Airlines is a commuter airline that operates scheduled flights within the U.S. state of Washington. The carrier operates out of its hub at Bellingham Airport (BLI), near the San Juan Islands. San Juan Airlines was founded in 1947 and bought out Pearson Aircraft in 1981. It later disappeared for over a decade after competitive pressures forced the airline to terminate in 1989. However, the airline returned to operations in February 2002.
In 2014, Northwest Sky Ferry merged with San Juan Air (as it's often referred to). In May 2019, the airline became the third airline to start weekly passenger operations at the Paine Field airport in Snohomish County within the state of Washington D.C. Overall, the airline has a fleet of 5 turboprop aircraft ranging from Cessnas that can in total carry 21 passengers at one time.
San Juan Airlines currently operates 24 regularly scheduled flights within Washington D.C. and Oregon (U.S.), as well as to British Columbia, in Canada. The airline also flies to the San Juan Islands with the only scheduled flight from Anacortes Airport (ANC) and Bellingham Airport (BLI) to the islands.
Looking for flights to the San Juan Islands? San Juan Airlines operates private charter and scheduled passenger flights to the San Juan islands, which are just off the coast of Washington.
Baggage Policy
San Juan Airlines has a different baggage policy for carry-on and checked baggage policy.
Carry-on Baggage
The airline's baggage allowance includes all bags, carry-ons, laptop bags, purses and other items. All baggage must be weighed.
Checked Baggage
San Juan Airlines passengers are permitted to take 18kg of baggage per person and not exceed 127 linear centimetres (length + width + height). Any additional baggage will be charged at the current excess baggage rate. The airline isn't permitted to take hazardous materials such as flammables, compressed gases, batteries and toxic substances. If you are not certain if the goods you will be taking may be denied loading.
Cabin Classes
The airline mostly operates small flights and there is only one cabin class that is provided on the aircraft and that is the standard Economy class. The airline gives you amenities such as the one free checked piece of baggage, snacks, drinks and the option of choosing your seat.
Seats
Seats are positioned in a 1 x 2 formation depending on the aircraft, ensuring that each passenger will sit by either a window, aisle or both.
Check-In
San Juan Airlines passengers must check in at the airport since the airline doesn't offer online check in.
Online Check-in
Online check-in before your flight isn't required when travelling with the airline
Airport Check-in
When passengers arrive at the terminal of the airport, they will hand in their boarding pass and the airline will take care of their luggage. It would take a few minutes for you to get checked in. The airline emphasis that passengers are advised to arrive 2 hours before their scheduled departure time. The airline crew from their will be ready to help in the check-in and boarding process.
Frequent Flyer Program
The airline does not currently offer a frequent flyer program.
Airline Alliance
The airline is not currently part of an airline alliance program.
Destinations that San Juan Airlines flies to
As of September 2020, the airline has scheduled flights to 24 destinations within the US. Popular San Juan flights include Anacortes, Bellingham, Friday Harbour, Portland, Vancouver and Victoria, among others. The airline operates regular flights to and within the San Juan islands, which are off the coast of the U.S. state of Washington.
If you're looking to fly within the US, our guide to domestic flights within USA offers lots of helpful information, including an airline guide and FAQs.
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Hub Airport
Bellingham Airport (BLI)
Bellingham Airport (BLI) is a public airport in Bellingham, within the county of Whatcom, United States. The airport serves over 700,000 passengers a year. The airport is located in the 5km northwest of Bellingham, It's the third-largest commercial airport in Washington.
The 3 airlines that fly to and from Bellingham Airport (BLI) including Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Airlines and San Juan Airlines.
Fleet
As of September 2020, the airline operates a fleet of 5 aircraft:
- 2 x Cessna Skyhawk C172 (3 passengers per aircraft)
- 2 x Cessna Skywagon C207 (5 passengers per aircraft)
- 1 x Cessna Stationair C206 (5 passengers per aircraft)