Alaska Airlines is ushering in the winter season with the launch of two new warm-weather routes, connecting travelers to the Hawaiian paradise of Honolulu and the vibrant city of Miami.
The airline recently announced the commencement of flights between Seattle/Everett’s Paine Field Airport and Honolulu, as well as a new route between Portland, Oregon, and Miami.
Kirsten Amrine, the Vice President of Revenue Management and Network Planning for Alaska Airlines, expressed, “Travel demand to leisure destinations to relax and recharge remains strong, especially to sun and fun locations as cooler weather settles in. Our new nonstop between Seattle/Everett and Honolulu is our first regularly scheduled service connecting Paine Field to Hawaii. And our new coast-to-coast route between Portland and Miami links two destinations that were the largest underserved cities for each airport.”
With the addition of the Seattle/Everett to Honolulu flights, Alaska Airlines is now operating six daily non-stop flights between the Seattle area and Oahu. The airline offers connections to Hawaii from a total of eight different West Coast cities: Anchorage, Seattle/Everett, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Alaska Airlines provides services to the four major Hawaiian islands, including Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Island of Hawaii.
The new flight from Portland to Miami, initially announced in June, expands Alaska’s presence in Florida, complementing existing non-stop flights to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Tampa.
These new routes align with Alaska’s strategic growth plans for its Portland hub. In March 2024, the airline is set to introduce another new flight, connecting Portland to Nashville. With the addition of this flight, Nashville will become the airline’s 53rd destination from Portland.
Alaska Airlines continues to expand its offerings, catering to diverse travel preferences. Looking ahead, the airline is set to launch a seasonal non-stop route from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to Anchorage in June 2024. This flight will mark a significant milestone as the only direct flight between the two cities, covering a distance of over 3,300 miles and becoming the longest route in Alaska’s network. The airline’s commitment to providing a range of destinations and convenient travel options underscores its dedication to meeting the evolving needs of passengers, making winter getaways more accessible and enjoyable for travelers seeking warmth and relaxation.