Alaska Airlines announced it will begin daily nonstop service between Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on June 24, 2027, creating the first direct connection between Northeast Florida and the Pacific Northwest. The Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) confirmed the route will be the airport’s 11th nonstop carrier, expanding travel options for local residents and businesses.
According to the JAA press release cited by jaxtoday.org, flights will depart Jacksonville at 6:38 p.m. Eastern Standard Time and arrive in Seattle at 9:40 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. The return leg will leave Seattle at approximately 9 a.m. PST and land in Jacksonville at about 5:35 p.m. EST. Alaska will operate the service year‑round with a Boeing 737 aircraft.
“We’re thrilled to bring Alaska Airlines to Jacksonville and give travelers a simpler way to get between Northeast Florida and the Pacific Northwest,” said Darren Scott, managing director of network planning at Alaska Airlines, as quoted by both news4jax.com and flvoicenews.com. Scott added that the airline looks forward to welcoming guests onboard and helping them discover more through the Atmos™ Rewards program.
JAA CEO Mark VanLoh echoed the enthusiasm, stating, “We look forward to welcoming Alaska Airlines to Jacksonville as the airport’s newest carrier with daily nonstop flights to Seattle. With Alaska’s announcement today, JAX now has service from every major U.S. airline,” according to the same sources. The addition follows United Airlines’ recent announcement of a direct Jacksonville‑San Francisco route slated for March 29, 2027, marking a broader push to connect the region with West Coast markets.
Tickets for the new Jacksonville‑Seattle route are available through Alaska’s website, alaskaair.com. The airline indicated the route is part of a larger 2027 plan that includes year‑round service to three other cities. Residents can expect increased flight options for business travel, tourism, and family visits, while local businesses anticipate a boost in visitor traffic.
What’s next: Travelers can begin booking seats now, and the airline will release its full schedule and fare details in the coming weeks. The JAA will monitor the route’s performance and work with Alaska to ensure reliable service for the Jacksonville community.
Sources: jaxtoday.org, news4jax.com, flvoicenews.com, news4jax.com, news4jax.com
