Puget Sound area travelers will have more ways to fly from Seattle Paine Field next summer, with Alaska Airlines planning a major expansion that will bring more flights, more seats and more convenient access to the West Coast.
Starting this Fall, Alaska will begin growing seats from Seattle/Everett by 50 percent, adding new nonstop service to San Jose, Calif., and giving guests more options to reach popular destinations including Los Angeles, Portland, San Diego and San Francisco.
The growth is part of Alaska's broader strategy to strengthen its Seattle-area network, giving guests more convenient access across the Puget Sound region while reinforcing the airline's position as the West Coast's leading carrier.
The new San Jose route is planned to begin in Spring 2027 and operate twice daily on Horizon Air, making it easier for guests to reach the South Bay and Bay Area. Tickets are available for purchase now at alaskaair.com.
Guests will also see more choices on several familiar West Coast routes. Los Angeles will grow to twice-daily service, with both flights operated on larger Alaska Boeing 737 aircraft. Portland will grow to two daily flights, offering more flexibility for quick trips across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Alaska will also add capacity in San Diego and San Francisco, giving guests more seats to sunny escapes, business centers and favorite West Coast destinations.
"Paine Field is an important part of our Puget Sound network, giving guests a simpler, more convenient way to access Alaska's West Coast flying," said Andrew Harrison, senior vice president and chief commercial officer at Alaska Airlines. "As we grow, we're strengthening our presence across the region with more seats, more frequency and more convenient travel options for guests in Snohomish County, North Seattle and beyond."
"Alaska's expanded service reflects what we continue to hear from travelers: there is strong demand for more convenient air service from Paine Field," said Brett Smith, CEO of Propeller Airports. "These added flights give travelers more nonstop options close to home and further strengthen Paine Field's role in serving the region. We're excited that even more travelers will have the opportunity to experience our award-winning terminal and what makes Paine Field different, from valet parking and seamless security to the ease of use and lounge-like setting that put the customer experience first."
What's Changing at Seattle/Everett (Paine Field) by Summer 2027
Paine Field complements Alaska's Seattle hub by extending convenient access to more guests across the Puget Sound region. The added flying gives Alaska more depth in the Seattle market and builds on its broader West Coast network, where the airline continues to add capacity in key business and leisure destinations.
- New nonstop service to San Jose, Calif., planned at twice daily on Horizon Air
- Los Angeles grows to twice daily, with both flights operated on larger Alaska Boeing 737 aircraft
- Portland grows to two daily flights
- More seats to San Diego and San Francisco
| City Pair | Start Date | End Date | Frequency | Aircraft |
| Seattle/Everett – San Jose, CA | April 14, 2027 | Year-round | 2x daily | E175 |
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