Why go
- City in Alaska, United States.
- Served by Ruby Airport (RBY).
History
Galena is a city in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in the U.S. state of Alaska. At the 2020 census the population was 472, slightly up from 470 in 2010. Galena was established in 1918, and a military airfield was built adjacent to the city during World War II. The city was incorporated in 1971.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 5 direct destinations
- Era Alaska 7H (CNC, BE1) · 5 routes: Fairbanks, Huslia*, Kaltag*, Nulato*, Ruby*
- Astral Aviation 8V (CNC) · 2 routes: Kaltag, Nulato
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.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- Astral Aviation 8V (CNC) · 2 routes: Fairbanks, TAL
- Era Alaska 7H (CNC) · 2 routes: Fairbanks*, Galena*
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.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations
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.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ruby Airport (RBY); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: GAL has direct flights to 5 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Kaltag, Nulato, Fairbanks, Huslia, Ruby).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Galena, Alaska. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.