Alaska Airlines launches new service from West Coast cities to top winter destinations starting today
Alaska Airlines (ALK) is launching ten new nonstop routes connecting West Coast cities to winter destinations across North and Latin America. Starting November 20, 2024, with Los Angeles to La Paz service, the airline will expand its network throughout December with routes including Fresno-Guadalajara, Boise-Bozeman, Los Angeles-Kelowna, and connections to Vail and Liberia from multiple cities. The expansion reinforces Alaska's position as the leading U.S. carrier from the West Coast to Mexico. The new routes will operate with varying frequencies using E175 and 737 aircraft, with some seasonal services extending into spring 2025. The airline is also offering Alaska Alpine Getaways benefits for Mileage Plan members at select ski destinations.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) lancerà dieci nuove rotte dirette che collegano città della Costa Ovest a destinazioni invernali in Nord e Centro America. A partire dal 20 novembre 2024, con il servizio da Los Angeles a La Paz, la compagnia aerea amplierà la sua rete durante il mese di dicembre con rotte come Fresno-Guadalajara, Boise-Bozeman, Los Angeles-Kelowna e collegamenti per Vail e Liberia da più città. Questa espansione rafforza la posizione di Alaska come il principale vettore statunitense dalla Costa Ovest verso il Messico. Le nuove rotte opereranno con frequenze variabili utilizzando aerei E175 e 737, con alcuni servizi stagionali che si estenderanno fino alla primavera del 2025. La compagnia aerea offre anche benefici di Alaska Alpine Getaways per i membri del Mileage Plan in alcune destinazioni sciistiche selezionate.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) está lanzando diez nuevas rutas sin escalas que conectan ciudades de la Costa Oeste con destinos invernales en América del Norte y América Latina. A partir del 20 de noviembre de 2024, con el servicio de Los Ángeles a La Paz, la aerolínea ampliará su red durante diciembre con rutas que incluyen Fresno-Guadalajara, Boise-Bozeman, Los Ángeles-Kelowna y conexiones a Vail y Liberia desde múltiples ciudades. Esta expansión refuerza la posición de Alaska como el principal transportista estadounidense de la Costa Oeste hacia México. Las nuevas rutas operarán con frecuencias variables utilizando aeronaves E175 y 737, con algunos servicios estacionales que se extenderán hasta la primavera de 2025. La aerolínea también está ofreciendo beneficios de Alaska Alpine Getaways para los miembros del Mileage Plan en destinos de esquí seleccionados.
알라스카 항공(ALK)는 서쪽 해안 도시와 북남미의 겨울 목적지를 연결하는 10개의 새로운 논스톱 노선을 출시합니다. 2024년 11월 20일부터 로스앤젤레스-라파즈 서비스를 시작으로, 이 항공사는 12월 내내 프레즈노-과달라하라, 보이지-보즈먼, 로스앤젤레스-켈로나 및 여러 도시에서의 베일과 리베리아 연결을 포함한 노선을 확장합니다. 이번 확장은 알라스카를 서쪽 해안에서 멕시코로 향하는 미국의 주요 항공사로 더욱 굳건히 합니다. 새로운 노선은 E175 및 737 항공기를 이용하여 다양한 빈도로 운항하며, 일부 시즌 서비스는 2025년 봄까지 연장됩니다. 또한, 항공사는 선택된 스키 목적지에서 마일리지 플랜 회원을 위한 알라스카 알파인 게타웨이 혜택을 제공하고 있습니다.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) lance dix nouvelles routes sans escale reliant des villes de la côte ouest à des destinations hivernales à travers l'Amérique du Nord et l'Amérique latine. À partir du 20 novembre 2024, avec le service de Los Angeles à La Paz, la compagnie aérienne élargira son réseau tout au long du mois de décembre avec des routes comprenant Fresno-Guadalajara, Boise-Bozeman, Los Angeles-Kelowna et des connexions vers Vail et Liberia depuis plusieurs villes. Cette expansion renforce la position d'Alaska en tant que principale compagnie aérienne américaine de la côte ouest vers le Mexique. Les nouvelles routes fonctionneront avec des fréquences variables en utilisant des avions E175 et 737, certains services saisonniers étant prolongés jusqu'au printemps 2025. La compagnie propose également des avantages de Alaska Alpine Getaways pour les membres du Mileage Plan dans des destinations de ski sélectionnées.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) startet zehn neue Nonstop-Routen, die Städte an der Westküste mit Wintersportzielen in Nord- und Lateinamerika verbinden. Ab dem 20. November 2024, beginnend mit dem Service von Los Angeles nach La Paz, wird die Fluggesellschaft ihr Netzwerk im Dezember mit Routen wie Fresno-Guadalajara, Boise-Bozeman, Los Angeles-Kelowna und Verbindungen nach Vail und Liberia aus mehreren Städten erweitern. Diese Expansion stärkt die Position von Alaska als führende US-Fluggesellschaft von der Westküste nach Mexiko. Die neuen Routen werden mit unterschiedlichen Frequenzen unter Verwendung von E175- und 737-Flugzeugen betrieben, wobei einige saisonale Dienstleistungen bis in den Frühling 2025 verlängert werden. Die Airline bietet außerdem Alaska Alpine Getaways-Vorteile für Mitglieder des Mileage Plan an ausgewählten Skizielen an.
- Network expansion with 10 new routes strengthening market presence
- Maintains leadership position as #1 U.S. carrier from West Coast to Mexico
- Strategic mix of year-round and seasonal routes optimizing aircraft utilization
- Enhanced connectivity to both leisure and winter sports destinations
- Several routes are seasonal, limiting year-round revenue potential
- Some routes operate at low frequencies (1-3x weekly), potentially affecting route profitability
Insights
The launch of 10 new routes represents a strategic expansion of Alaska Airlines' network, particularly strengthening its presence in key markets. The year-round routes to Mexico and seasonal winter destinations indicate a calculated move to capture both leisure and tourism revenue streams. The timing aligns with peak winter travel demand, potentially driving higher load factors and revenue during traditionally slower periods.
The expansion leverages ALK's recent Hawaiian Airlines acquisition, creating a more robust West Coast network. The focus on both sunny and ski destinations diversifies revenue streams and reduces seasonal dependency. Most routes utilize E175 aircraft, suggesting efficient capacity management and route economics. The partnership with ski resorts through Alaska Alpine Getaways adds an ancillary revenue stream through loyalty program engagement.
This winter, we're enhancing connectivity to exciting nonstop destinations for adventure and warmth
Starting today, guests can travel between
In December, we'll debut additional nonstop routes between
These added destinations will make it easier than ever for our guests to reach some of the most popular winter getaways – whether for sunny escapes or snowy mountain adventures.
"We're excited to provide our guests with easier access to these sought-after destinations where they can experience winter on their own terms," said Kirsten Amrine, vice president of network planning and revenue management at Alaska Airlines.
As the only West Coast-based airline, our expanded winter schedule is part of our ongoing commitment to expand service in the region and deliver a seamless and remarkable travel experience for our guests.
Route | Start Date | End Date | Frequency | Aircraft |
Nov. 20 | Year-round | 2-3x weekly | E175 | |
Dec. 3 | Feb. 12, 2025 | Daily | 737 | |
Dec. 19 | April 21, 2025 | 5x/week | E175 | |
Dec. 19 | Year-round | Daily | E175 | |
Dec. 19 | March 18, 2025 | Daily* | E175 | |
Dec. 19 | April 21, 2025 | Daily | E175 | |
Dec. 20 | March 16, 2025 | 3x/week | E175 | |
Dec. 20 | March 16, 2025 | 3x/week | E175 | |
Dec. 20 | May 11, 2025 | 1x/week | 737 | |
Dec. 21 | May 10, 2025 | 1x/week | 737 |
For the 2024-2025 ski season, we've partnered with snowy destinations around the country to take your getaway to new heights.
Alaska Alpine Getaways unlocks extra benefits for Mileage Plan members with a valid boarding pass, just for flying
*Frequency varies—see AlaskaAir.com for the latest schedule information
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