Alaska Airlines Coming to CLT

A brand-new carrier will land in the Queen City this summer, opening even more travel possibilities for Charlotte passengers.

Alaska Airlines will begin offering one daily, year-round flight from CLT to Seattle (SEA) starting June 10, 2027, aboard a Boeing 737.

It is the first new domestic airline to enter the Charlotte market since April 2023, when Sun Country launched twice-weekly service to Minneapolis-St. Paul. Additionally, JetBlue returned to Charlotte earlier this year after a two-year hiatus.

CLT Chief Business and Innovation Officer Ted Kaplan says the new service will serve as a gateway to numerous destinations and will add competition to the market.

“Alaska Airlines has a direct flight from Seattle to Seoul, and they also offer direct flights to other popular locations in Asia. That is a level of access to that part of the world that we haven’t had in quite that way,” said Kaplan. “This is an exciting new opportunity and travel option for people. We get invigorated anytime a new carrier joins the ranks in Charlotte.”

According to the company’s website, Alaska Airlines began connecting remote villages across Alaska over 90 years ago. Alaska Air acquired Hawaiian Airlines in 2024, with each carrier maintaining its unique brand while operating as one airline.

Alaska Airlines is also a member of the oneworld Alliance, allowing travelers to earn points, rewards and status with all member airlines.

Tickets for the new CLT to SEA route are available for purchase at alaskaair.com. Read the full press release here.