Fly Alaska: Nonstop Seattle to London Heathrow, Reykjavik

Alaska Airlines (AS) is taking its international ambitions to new heights! The Seattle-based carrier has officially announced two landmark moves: a dazzling new livery for its flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet and the launch of nonstop routes from Seattle(SEA) to London Heathrow (LHR) and Seattle (SEA) to Reykjavik (RKV), Iceland, beginning in spring 2026. 

What’s New? Alaska’s Leap Across the Atlantic

1. Nonstop Seattle–London Heathrow (Year-Round)

• Launch: Spring 2026
• Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
• Frequency: Daily, year-round
• Cabin: Brand-new, Aurora-inspired livery and interiors, 34 fully-enclosed lie-flat Business Suites, premium economy, and main cabin comfort
• Why London? It’s Seattle’s largest international market, with over 400 daily passengers. This new service adds both leisure and business capacity while deepening Alaska’s global reach via powerful alliances with American Airlines and British Airways.

2. Nonstop Seattle–Reykjavik, Iceland (Summer Seasonal)

• Launch: Spring 2026 (summer-only service)
• Aircraft: Boeing 737-8 MAX
• Frequency: Daily, summer season
• Why Reykjavik? Iceland is a bucket-list adventure destination and a convenient gateway for Alaska’s guests to connect to mainland Europe.

Introducing the New Global Livery: An Aurora for the Skies

Alaska’s new 787-9 livery is a showstopper, inspired by the majestic Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).

• Design Features: Deep midnight blues and emerald greens swirl across the fuselage, accented by sleek aura lines and a signature horizontal stripe—a modern nod to Alaska’s retro colorways.
• Heritage Touch: The livery bridges the airline’s past and future, signaling its transition from a West Coast leader to a truly global airline.
• Rollout: The first Dreamliner in the new livery debuts January 2026; all Dreamliners will wear it by spring 2026.

What does this mean for travelers? Spotting the gleaming new Alaska jets at international airports will become a symbol of top-notch Pacific Northwest hospitality going global.

Why This is Big News

• Alaska’s Global Vision: These routes mark the 4th and 5th long-haul international destinations for Alaska, with a target to reach 12 such routes by 2030 from Seattle.
• Premium Product Expansion: The London route will feature Alaska’s next-generation Business Suite, with wide, lie-flat seats, privacy doors, 18” 4K screens, and direct aisle access.
• Network Synergies: Through partnerships with Oneworld members (e.g., British Airways), travelers can easily connect to cities throughout Europe and beyond via London.
• Passenger Experience: Alaska promises top-tier service, upgraded cabins, and more ways for loyalty members to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles.

What to Expect: The Alaska Airlines (AS) International Experience

New 787-9 Dreamliner Features:

• Aurora-inspired cabin lighting and design
• 34 business suites with true privacy
• Best-in-class entertainment, Wi-Fi, and comfort front-to-back

Seamless Connections:

• Easy onward journeys via London (with American/British Airways partners)
• Reykjavik as a springboard to mainland Europe
• Strong West Coast connectivity for both U.S. and international guests

Booking Your Adventure:

• Ticket sales for both routes are planned to open in late fall 2025
• Flights to London will be available year-round; Iceland flights operate daily during the summer adventure season.

Alaska Airlines' bold leap—new 787-9 “Aurora” livery, nonstop flights to London and Reykjavik, and a whole new vision for long-haul comfort—ushers in an era where Pacific Northwest hospitality gets its global wings. Whether you’re a business traveler, adventure seeker, or international explorer, 2026 promises a fresh, premium way to fly Alaska.

Disclaimer: All new route launch dates and schedules are subject to government approval and operational readiness. Always check with Alaska Airlines for the most current flight information before planning your travel.

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