Alaska Airlines has announced its plans to introduce new winter seasonal routes, including the addition of Vail to its network. These new routes will provide travelers with even more options to explore exciting destinations during the winter months.
Alaska Airlines will be offering three-times weekly flights from both Seattle and San Diego to Vail, Colorado, a well-known skiing destination. The flights will be operated using an Embraer E175 regional jet that features first class and coach cabins. This move makes Alaska Airlines the sole carrier serving Vail from Seattle or San Diego, according to Cirium flight schedule data.
In addition to the new routes to Vail, Alaska Airlines has also announced 18 other new services to various sun and ski destinations for the upcoming winter season. One of these routes includes daily service between Boise, Idaho, and Orange County Airport, which will operate year-round. The other winter seasonal routes will connect Fresno, San Diego, Sacramento, and Los Angeles to destinations such as Guadalajara, Reno, Tucson, and Kelowna, providing travelers with a range of options for their winter getaways.
Expansion to Warm-Weather Destinations
Alaska Airlines is not only focusing on ski destinations, but also on warm-weather locations. The carrier will be adding new routes to places like Liberia, Costa Rica; Puerto Vallarta; Los Cabos; Cancun; and Orlando. These routes will offer travelers the chance to enjoy sun-filled vacations in popular tourist destinations. For example, weekly flights will be operated from Seattle and San Francisco to Liberia, Costa Rica, while New York JFK will have four-times-weekly service to Puerto Vallarta.
Overall, Alaska Airlines’ expansion of winter seasonal routes demonstrates the airline’s commitment to providing customers with a wide range of travel options. Whether travelers are looking to hit the slopes in Vail or soak up the sun in Puerto Vallarta, these new routes offer something for everyone. With these additions, Alaska Airlines continues to solidify its position as a leading carrier for winter travel to both cold and warm destinations.