Southwest Airlines to Launch First-Ever Alaska Flights

Southwest Airlines to begin flights out of Anchorage in May

The major U.S. passenger airline will fly from Anchorage to Denver and Las Vegas, and whether the flights will be limited to summer hasn’t been determined.

Southwest Airlines to launch first-ever Alaska flights

Dallas-based Southwest Airlines will begin its first Alaska flights to Anchorage by mid-2026, joining four airlines in the domestic market.

Southwest will add Anchorage to its map next year - The Points Guy

Southwest Airlines is headed north, announcing flights to the Last Frontier.The Dallas-based carrier will begin flights to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in the first half of 2026, or by next June, Southwest said Thursday.The airline will serve ANC from its large bases at Denver International Airport (DEN) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas.Bargain hunting: When is the best time to book flights for the che…

Southwest Airlines announces first-ever flights to Alaska

Southwest Airlines announced Thursday it will begin flights to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska’s most populous city, in the...

Southwest Airlines adds Anchorage, Alaska, to its itinerary

Southwest air announced Thursday it's adding Alaska's Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to its list of destinations beginning in early 2026.

Southwest Adds Anchorage, Alaska, as New Destination in 2026

Southwest Airlines is heading to Alaska for the first time. Starting in 2026, the carrier will launch flights to Anchorage (ANC), giving travelers more ways to experience the natural beauty of the 49th state — plus more affordable options for Alaskans heading south. Let’s take a look at the details of this new route. Southwest Sets Course for Alaska With New Anchorage Service in 2026 Southwest Airlines announced plans to begin service to Anchora…