I just saw that Alaska Airlines is adding new nonstop flights from Seattle to both London and Reykjavík starting May 2026, and I’m honestly thrilled. I live on the West Coast and have always wanted to visit Iceland without having to connect through the East Coast. These new routes come thanks to Alaska’s merger with Hawaiian Airlines, which brought in long-haul aircraft like the 787-9 Dreamliner and the 737 MAX 8.
Iceland in summer has been on my list forever, and now it’s way more accessible with a direct flight. I’ve also flown Alaska multiple times and really like their service.
Curious if anyone else is excited for these routes or already planning a trip? Do you think this could make Seattle a new international travel hotspot?
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