Airline

Tanana Air Service (9L)

Tanana Air Service provides vital scheduled and charter passenger flights across interior Alaska. Operating out of key hubs like Fairbanks, this regional carrier connects remote communities with reliable, safe, and essential air travel.

Why travelers choose Tanana Air Service

  • Essential scheduled services connecting rural Alaskan communities.
  • Custom charter flight options for freight, fishing, and hunting.
  • Experienced local pilots trained for unique Alaskan weather conditions.
  • Community-focused operations with a strong safety record.

Fare families

Basic Commuter

Our most affordable fare for passengers traveling light to remote destinations.

  • Includes up to 40 lbs of combined baggage
  • Standard seat assignment
  • Changes permitted for a fee

Flexible Commuter

Added flexibility and priority baggage handling for changing Alaskan travel plans.

  • Includes up to 50 lbs of combined baggage
  • Free changes up to 24 hours before departure
  • Priority standby for excess baggage

Premium Explorer

Maximum flexibility and generous baggage allowances for extensive travel needs.

  • Includes up to 70 lbs of combined baggage
  • Fully refundable and free same-day changes
  • Guaranteed excess freight priority
  • Priority boarding

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Standard passenger allowance includes up to 40 lbs of total baggage (carry-on and checked combined). Excess baggage is permitted for a per-pound fee and travels on a space-available basis due to strict aircraft weight and balance limits.

Change policy

Changes to your itinerary can be made up to 24 hours before departure with a standard change fee plus any applicable fare difference. Same-day changes are subject to availability.

Check-in

Check-in is required at least 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Passengers failing to check in on time may forfeit their seat, as accurate weight calculations are required before takeoff.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Tanana Air Service operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight 9L 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight 9L 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight 9L 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight 9L 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight 9L 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight 9L 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub