Alaska Airlines Expands Seattle Hub with New Nonstop International Routes

Alaska Air Group is establishing Seattle as a new global gateway with Hawaiian Airlines, launching nonstop flights to Tokyo Narita and Seoul Incheon starting in 2025. This expansion includes an enhanced domestic network to improve connectivity between the U.S. mainland and Hawaii. The initiative aims to offer more travel options and improve performance, with plans to serve at least 12 global destinations from Seattle by 2030. The airlines are also working towards a single operating certificate by October 2025, while maintaining their distinct brands.