The routes will be operated with Boeing 737 aircraft. Alaska Airlines flies to more destinations from Seattle than any other carrier, including 21 cities east of the Rocky Mountains.
SEATTLE – Alaska Airlines is bringing nonstop daily service from Seattle to New Orleans and Tampa, Fla., starting June 12 and June 20, respectively, and to Detroit starting Sept. 4.
“Alaska Airlines is thrilled to give our customers nonstop service to New Orleans, Tampa and Detroit from our Seattle hub,” said Joe Sprague, vice president of marketing. “This provides even more nonstop flights to the places Seattle needs to go, and further strengthens our growing U.S. route network.”
Alaska Airlines is offering members of its Mileage Plan double miles on flights between Seattle and New Orleans and Seattle and Tampa, and double elite-qualifying miles for flights between Seattle and Detroit. To qualify, travelers must be members of Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan and register at alaskaair.com. Customers who have not yet joined Mileage Plan can enroll at no cost online.
The routes will be operated with Boeing 737 aircraft. Alaska Airlines flies to more destinations from Seattle than any other carrier, including 21 cities east of the Rocky Mountains.
Also, Alaska Airlines is launching new service between Portland, Ore., and Kalispell, Mont., this summer. The flights will operate seasonally between Portland and Kalispell from June 9 to Aug. 23, connecting Portland-area residents to the natural beauty of northwest Montana. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, water sports, horseback riding and more, all within an hour and a half from the Rose City.
“We’re pleased to give our Pacific Northwest customers convenient nonstop service to another Montana city and connect Portland residents with one of Big Sky Country’s most popular recreational destinations,” said Joe Sprague, vice president of marketing.
Flathead Valley residents will also benefit.
“This new daily service will give northwest Montana residents direct access to the exciting city of Portland, and also great connection opportunities within the Alaska Air Group network,” said Cindi Martin, Glacier Park International Airport director.
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