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03-06-2025
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Alaska Airlines announces nonstop flights from Seattle to Rome
Next spring, travelers will be able to fly nonstop from Seattle to Rome for the first time ever. Alaska Airlines announced the addition to its routes on Tuesday. It's the airline's first European destination in the network and third international. Alaska launched flights to Tokyo in mid-May and will begin service to Seoul in September. Rome is one of the most-requested destinations from Alaska passengers, according to the company. 'Serving Rome nonstop from Seattle is a dream come true,' said Alaska CEO Ben Minicucci. 'As an Italian American whose parents emigrated from Italy, this is a particularly meaningful addition to our network. Rome has been at the top of the list ever since we announced our new global gateway out of Seattle. Our guests have been asking for an easy way to get to Italy for years, and we're thrilled to provide it to people in the Northwest and beyond. Andiamo – let's go!' The route will be served on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operated as Alaska Airlines featuring a new global experience Flights will begin in May 2026. 'We are immensely proud that Alaska Airlines has chosen Rome as its first destination in Europe,' said Ivan Bassato, Chief Aviation Officer at Aeroporti di Roma. 'This decision confirms the strategic relevance of our airport as a global hub for air connectivity. For the first time in history, Italy will be directly connected to Seattle, further strengthening ties with the U.S. West Coast and the broader Pacific region. Today, Fiumicino ranks among the leading European airports in terms of direct flights to North America, consolidating its key role in intercontinental traffic flows.' Guests interested in the new route can join an early-access list to be notified when flights can be purchased this fall. Register your amore at to be the first to know more. This new nonstop option for Seattle guests will also provide improved one-stop connectivity for guests all along the West Coast and Hawaii. Alaska Airlines' hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the largest airline hub on the West Coast, serving 104 nonstop destinations across North America, and now the world.
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03-06-2025
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Ciao Italia! Alaska Airlines announces new nonstop service between Seattle and Rome
Rome remains one of the most-requested destinations for Mileage Plan members and it's the largest European destination not currently served nonstop from Seattle Flights will begin in May 2026 and can be purchased at starting in fall 2025 SEATTLE, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is continuing the celebration of our new global gateway in Seattle by adding Rome, Italy, to our international destination lineup. This is the first time in history that the "Emerald City" will be connected to the "Eternal City" via a nonstop flight. Flights to Rome will be available at and when fares go on sale this fall, so start planning your Italian vacation now. "Serving Rome nonstop from Seattle is a dream come true," said Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci. "As an Italian American whose parents emigrated from Italy, this is a particularly meaningful addition to our network. Rome has been at the top of the list ever since we announced our new global gateway out of Seattle. Our guests have been asking for an easy way to get to Italy for years, and we're thrilled to provide it to people in the Northwest and beyond. Andiamo – let's go!" City Pair Departure Arrival Frequency Aircraft Seattle – Rome 6 p.m. 1:45 p.m. +1 M, W, F, Su 787-9 Rome – Seattle 3:45 p.m. 6 p.m. M, T, Th, Sa 787-9 All times are local, schedule subject to change. Rome is the most popular European destination not currently served nonstop from Seattle. It is consistently among the most-requested destinations for Mileage Plan members. This new nonstop option for Seattle guests will also provide improved one-stop connectivity for guests all along the West Coast and Hawaiʻi. With the expected single operating certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) this fall, the new route will be served on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operated by Alaska Airlines, featuring a new global experience. Guests interested in the new route can join an early-access list to be notified when flights can be purchased this fall. Register your amore at to be the first to know more. As we advance "Alaska Accelerate," our three-year strategic plan to deliver $1 billion in incremental profit following the combination with Hawaiian Airlines, we're transforming Seattle into the West Coast's new premier global gateway. Rome will become the third widebody, international route served out of Alaska's global gateway in Seattle after Tokyo Narita, which launched on May 12, and Seoul Incheon, which begins service on Sept. 12. Our hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is already the largest airline hub on the West Coast, serving 104 nonstop destinations across North America, and now the world. Exploring the 'Eternal City' and beyond Centrally located in Italy, Rome is positioned as a leading gateway for Central and Southern Europe, as well as the entire Mediterranean region. Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) offers convenient accessibility to the main Italian cities such as Milan, Venice, Florence, Naples, Catania, Palermo and more. Rome Civitavecchia is also the second-largest cruise port in Europe – offering a gateway to the Mediterranean. FCO also provides more than 230 nonstop destinations across 80 countries. If you want to stay local, the "Eternal City" has millennia of history to immerse yourself in. From the Colosseum to St. Peter's Square and every trattoria serving carbonara in between, there is something for every traveler. Rome has recently completed a citywide renovation in anticipation of 2025's Jubilee Year – a holy year in the Catholic Church. Many tourist attractions and historical sites have been refreshed and are ready to welcome visitors. Jubilee pilgrims will have good company among the millions of visitors expected to visit Rome this year. A premium airport experience Many of those millions of tourists will transit through FCO, which offers a premium experience that stands out from other major airports in Europe. The airport is undergoing a significant expansion and modernization effort, fueled by an investment of 9 billion euros. As one of only a dozen SkyTrax 5-Star hub airports worldwide, FCO keeps investing and innovating to ensure a continuous improvement of the services offered to its customers. The airport's industry-leading guest experience begins as you arrive: upon landing in Rome, U.S. and Canadian nationals are eligible for electronic passport controls through the e-gates, allowing an expedited arrival process – putting that Aperol spritz or scoop of gelato in your hand that much sooner. "We are immensely proud that Alaska Airlines has chosen Rome as its first destination in Europe," said Ivan Bassato, Chief Aviation Officer at Aeroporti di Roma. "This decision confirms the strategic relevance of our airport as a global hub for air connectivity. For the first time in history, Italy will be directly connected to Seattle, further strengthening ties with the U.S. West Coast and the broader Pacific region. Today, Fiumicino ranks among the leading European airports in terms of direct flights to North America, consolidating its key role in intercontinental traffic flows." For guests traveling from Italy, Alaska Air Group's Seattle hub will serve as a powerful and convenient connection point to 104 nonstop destinations across North America – including one of the most direct routes to the Hawaiian Islands. About Alaska Air GroupAlaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, with McGee Air Services a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. With hubs in Seattle, Honolulu, Portland, Anchorage, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, we deliver remarkable care as we fly our guests to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Alaska is a member of the oneworld Alliance with Hawaiian scheduled to join in 2026. With oneworld and our additional global partners, guests can earn and redeem miles for travel to over 1,000 worldwide destinations. Guests can book travel at and Learn more about what's happening at Alaska and Hawaiian. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as "ALK." View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Alaska Airlines
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25-03-2025
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Alaska Airlines announces start date for nonstop flights between Seattle, Seoul
Alaska Airlines has set the date for a new nonstop flight between Seattle and Seoul Incheon on Hawaiian Airlines. Starting Sept. 12, the airline will offer the service to South Korea's capital city. In December, the airline announced plans for the new international route. Tickets can now be purchased at and 'By 2030, we plan to serve at least 12 nonstop international destinations with widebody aircraft from Seattle, including Seoul Incheon and Tokyo Narita,' the airline said in a news release. Daily flights between Seattle and Tokyo Narita begin on May 12. Alaska's Seattle hub is the largest airline hub on the West Coast, serving 104 nonstop destinations across North America. 'As we grow our global network from Seattle in the coming years, we'll announce new international routes to dynamic destinations that we know our guests are going to love to visit,' said Andrew Harrison, chief commercial officer at Alaska Airlines. Seattle – Seoul Incheon Departure: 3:25 p.m. Arrival: 6:50 p.m. +1 Days Offered: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Aircraft: A330Seoul Incheon – Seattle Departure: 8:50 p.m. Arrival: 3:00 p.m. Days Offered: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Aircraft: A330
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25-03-2025
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Alaska Airlines announces new nonstop flights between Seattle and Seoul Incheon beginning Sept. 12 on Hawaiian Airlines
The new route will link the Pacific Northwest and South Korea as Alaska builds our hometown Seattle hub into a new global gateway SEATTLE, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has set the date for new nonstop service between Seattle and Seoul Incheon on Hawaiian Airlines. Starting Sept. 12, 2025, guests can fly in comfort on our long-haul, widebody Airbus A330-200 aircraft to South Korea's capital city. We initially announced the new international route this past December. Tickets can now be purchased at and With the combination of Alaska and Hawaiian, Seattle is transforming into the West Coast's new premier global gateway. By 2030, we plan to serve at least 12 nonstop international destinations with widebody aircraft from Seattle, including Seoul Incheon and Tokyo Narita. Daily flights between Seattle and Tokyo Narita begin on May 12. Alaska's Seattle hub is the largest airline hub on the West Coast, serving 104 nonstop destinations across North America for convenient travel options and connections. "With our robust network, we can connect our guests through our global gateway in Seattle for convenient nonstop service to Seoul and Tokyo, with additional connections to other Asian destinations with our global partners," said Andrew Harrison, chief commercial officer at Alaska Airlines. "As we grow our global network from Seattle in the coming years, we'll announce new international routes to dynamic destinations that we know our guests are going to love to visit." The new service between Seattle and Seoul Incheon will take flight just before the start of Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day – one of the nation's most important and festive holidays. It takes place in early October this year, allowing travelers to visit with family and friends in South Korea with Hawaiian's award-winning service and hospitality. We look forward to adding our flagship Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to the Seattle-Seoul Incheon route soon. City Pair Departure Arrival Frequency Aircraft Seattle – Seoul Incheon 3:25 p.m. 6:50 p.m. +1 W, Th, F, Sa, Su A330 Seoul Incheon – Seattle 8:50 p.m. 3:00 p.m. M, Th, F, Sa, Su A330 All times local; September schedule shown About Alaska Air GroupAlaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, with McGee Air Services a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. With hubs in Seattle, Honolulu, Portland, Anchorage, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, we deliver remarkable care as we fly our guests to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Alaska is a member of the oneworld Alliance with Hawaiian scheduled to join in 2026. With oneworld and our additional global partners, guests can earn and redeem miles for travel to over 1,000 worldwide destinations. Guests can book travel at and Learn more about what's happening at Alaska and Hawaiian. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as "ALK." View original content: SOURCE Alaska Airlines
