Cities are carrier’s fourth and fifth international destinations

Alaska Airlines will begin flying from Seattle to London Heathrow; and Reykjavik, Iceland next spring, according to an announcement. Ben Minicucci, CEO, said: “With these bold moves, we are accelerating our vision to connect our guests to the world. We are seizing this moment to redefine the international experience and level up.”

The two new gateways mark the fourth and fifth of at least 12 intercontinental destinations the carrier will serve from Seattle by 2030, according to the announcement. The London flights will be daily and year round using 787-9 aircraft featuring 34 enclosed suites with fully lie-flat seats in Business Class. The London route, said the announcement, offers an alternative to those seeking more flight times, greater premium seat capacity and the ability to earn and redeem miles on Alaska’s loyalty program.

The Seattle – Reykjavik route will operate daily during the summer using 737-8 MAX aircraft, with the Iceland capital serving as a gateway to the continent, according to the announcement.