Alaska Airlines to Fly to Rome Next Year in Europe Debut

Based on what we saw during Alaska’s investor day in December, expect more routes to Europe and Asia, including London, Paris, Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Alaska Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to fly from Seattle to Rome, marking the carrier’s first route to Europe.

Flights will begin in May 2026 and go on sale this fall. Alaska said it would operate the route four times a week using a Boeing 787-9.

The new destination is part of Alaska’s strategy to expand into the international market following its merger with