Alaska Airlines has launched new coast-to-coast service this month with the introduction of nonstop flights between Seattle and New York. The carrier now operates daily service between Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) using fuel-efficient, next-generation Boeing 737 aircraft. Alaska has maintained a presence in the New York metropolitan area since 2002 and continues to offer twice-daily nonstop flights from Seattle to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
“Our new nonstop service to JFK from Seattle gives Pacific Northwest customers an additional option for travel to the Big Apple,” said John Kirby, vice president of capacity planning at Alaska Airlines. “JFK is the nation’s busiest international gateway and an ideal departure point for passengers connecting to Europe and beyond through Alaska’s global Mileage Plan.”
The Seattle–JFK route enhances connectivity for both leisure and business travelers, providing convenient schedules and the modern cabins of Alaska’s next-generation 737 fleet. Travelers departing from Seattle can expect daily departures to New York with onboard amenities designed for comfort on medium-haul routes, while frequent flyers benefit from Mileage Plan accruals and elite status perks.
For those flying into New York, JFK offers extensive onward connections to international destinations across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. By adding nonstop Seattle–JFK service, Alaska strengthens its transcontinental network and gives customers more choices for seamless itineraries between the Pacific Northwest and global gateways.
Alaska’s continued expansion in the New York market—now serving both JFK and Newark—reflects the airline’s strategy to link key U.S. regions with efficient aircraft and customer-focused service. Passengers looking to travel between Seattle and New York can compare schedules and book flights directly through Alaska Airlines’ official website or their preferred travel channels.