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US airline launches new nonstop routes to UK and Europe

The Seattle-Reykjavik service will operate during the summer season using 737 Max aircraft
The Seattle-Reykjavik service will operate during the summer season using 737 Max aircraft (Alaska Airlines)
  • Alaska Airlines is launching two new nonstop routes from Seattle to London Heathrow and Reykjavik, Iceland.
  • These services are scheduled to begin in spring 2026, representing the fourth and fifth intercontinental destinations for the airline from Seattle by 2030.
  • The London route will operate daily and year-round using 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, competing with British Airways, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic.
  • The Seattle-Reykjavik service will be seasonal, running during the summer using 737-8 Max aircraft, and will compete with Icelandair.
  • Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci stated that these new routes will accelerate the airline's vision to connect guests globally and enhance the international travel experience.
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