Direct (nonstop) flights from Anchorage to Boston

1 airline flys nonstop from Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). It's 3,382 miles (5,442 km), about 7h 15m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International
🇺🇸 Anchorage, USA
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Flight Time
7h 15m
Distance
3,382 mi
5,442 km
CO₂/pax
517 kg
−83 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
+4h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
ANC → BOS
Flight Time
7h 15m
Distance
3,382 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Anchorage to Boston with one stop · direct emits 517 kg CO₂ per passenger

ANC MSP (Minneapolis) BOS
Leg 1: 5h 26m (2,518 mi) Leg 2: 2h 52m (1,122 mi) Total: ~8h 18m 🍃 600 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → MSP
5h 26m · 2,518 mi
View ANC to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → BOS
2h 52m · 1,122 mi
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ANC DTW (Detroit) BOS
Leg 1: 6h 29m (2,985 mi) Leg 2: 1h 56m (631 mi) Total: ~8h 25m 🍃 598 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → DTW
6h 29m · 2,985 mi
View ANC to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → BOS
1h 56m · 631 mi
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ANC EWR (New York) BOS
Leg 1: 7h 6m (3,370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (200 mi) Total: ~8h 27m 🍃 577 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → EWR
7h 6m · 3,370 mi
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Leg 2
EWR → BOS
1h 21m · 200 mi
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ANC YYC (Calgary) BOS
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,527 mi) Leg 2: 4h 50m (2,095 mi) Total: ~8h 30m 🍃 637 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → YYC
3h 40m · 1,527 mi
View ANC to YYC flights →
Leg 2
YYC → BOS
4h 50m · 2,095 mi
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ANC YVR (Vancouver) BOS
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,330 mi) Leg 2: 5h 23m (2,512 mi) Total: ~8h 38m 🍃 634 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → YVR
3h 15m · 1,330 mi
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Leg 2
YVR → BOS
5h 23m · 2,512 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Anchorage to Boston?

A nonstop flight from Anchorage (ANC) to Boston (BOS) takes approximately 7 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 3,382 miles (5,442 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Anchorage to Boston?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Anchorage to Boston?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Anchorage from Boston?

The flight distance from Anchorage to Boston is 3,382 miles (5,442 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to New York.

Will I experience jet lag flying from Anchorage to Boston?

Maybe mild — 4-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Anchorage to Boston?

At 7h 15m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Anchorage to Boston?

Roughly 517 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,585 km.

Is the return flight from Boston to Anchorage also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Boston?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ted Stevens Anchorage International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.