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News / Alaska Airlines opens ticket sales for new nonstop flights between Seattle and Rome on widebody 787 Dreamliner aircraft
Ready, set, Italia!

Alaska Airlines is now selling tickets to Rome from the expanding global gateway in Seattle – another milestone as a growing global airline. They’ll offer daily, seasonal summer service between Seattle and Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport in Rome beginning on April 28, 2026.
Due to strong guest response, they increased the Seattle-Rome flight frequency from 4 times a week to daily. They’re the only airline offering the convenience of a daily nonstop. On board, guests will enjoy a reimagined global travel experience on the widebody, long-haul 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Guests can purchase roundtrip airfares to Rome as low as $599 at alaskaair.com. They’ll soon begin ticket sales for the new daily, year-round service between Seattle and London Heathrow, which also starts flying next spring.
Imagine exploring the sun-splashed ancient landmarks of Rome or strolling along the vibrant Thames in London. Alaska’s new international flights can take you to the heart of all the action – infused with the award-winning service, comfort and care that you expect from airline as connect the Pacific Northwest and Europe. Rome and London are two of the most popular and requested nonstop destinations from Seattle.
With Atmos™ Rewards, the award-winning loyalty program designed to deliver more choice, more rewards and more global access than ever before to the members, trips to Rome and London will earn big points: 1 point and 1 status point per mile flown. (Points can be redeemed for flights, hotels and more, and status points track progress toward status levels and milestones.) Later in 2026, members can choose how they earn based on distance traveled, price paid or segments flown – whichever works best for them.
Plus, Atmos Titanium status holders will receive complimentary lie-flat upgrades on the intercontinental routes on the day of departure, beginning in spring 2026, subject to availability. The only airline loyalty program to offer this upgrade type without requiring a certificate or points.
New nonstop service to Italy
| City pair | Start | End | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle – Rome | April 28, 2026 | October | 5:30 p.m. | 1:15 p.m. +1 |
| Rome – Seattle | April 29, 2026 | October | 3:25 p.m. | 5:45 p.m. |
All times local
A new Alaska global experience
Alaska is introducing a new curb-to-cabin experience on the widebody aircraft that will set the bar for international journeys from the U.S. What they’re sharing is the first glimpse of the world-class experience that they are curating.
Business Class amenities
- Ultimate comfort with 34 enclosed suites outfitted with fully lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 seating configuration, privacy doors, direct aisle access from every seat, 18” HD monitors to enjoy inflight entertainment with noise-reducing headsets, a power outlet at each seat and wireless charging
- Enjoy Alaska Lounge access to kick off your journey in style with West Coast-inspired light meals, wines, brews and cocktails in a relaxing space
- Multi-course, elevated dining on board with a variety of selections to choose from that can be pre-ordered, along with fine wines and inspired cocktails
- They’re creating a culinary journey by bringing the best of the West Coast to the world with the Chef’s (tray) Table program, and partnerships with Salt and Straw, Straightaway Cocktails and Stumptown Coffee, to name a few
- Enhanced comfort and care with Filson bedding and blankets, and amenity products by Salt & Stone – collaborations with the West Coast partners
Premium Class and Main Cabin amenities
- Premium Class seating that offers more legroom, priority boarding and personal power outlets
- Two chef-inspired meals served in Premium Class and the Main Cabin during the flight, along with complimentary beer and wine (complimentary spirits are also offered in Premium Class)
- An extra layer of comfort with Filson blankets and comfort kits with Salt & Stone products
- Free onboard entertainment provided with seatback monitors showcasing new release movies and classic films, as well as dozens of TV show
Alaska is set to bring ultra-fast Starlink Wi-Fi to the 787-9 aircraft in fall 2026. The service will be free for Atmos Rewards members thanks to T-Mobile.











