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Alaska Launches New Routes From Seattle, Boise & Anchorage

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Update:

In August 2025, Alaska Airlines changed its program from Mileage Plan to Atmos Rewards. Therefore, some of the information below may be out-of-date.

Alaska Airlines just announced new routes to several popular destinations, including Miami.

Let’s dig into the brand-new routes!

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Alaska Airlines Launches New Service From 3 Cities

Seattle to Miami and Cleveland

On June 16, Alaska announced that it launched service between its Seattle (SEA) base and 2 new cities, Miami (MIA) and Cleveland (CLE).

The new route to Cleveland becomes the third Ohio city Alaska Airlines services, joining Columbus (CMH) and Cincinnati (CVG).

And the route to Miami marks Alaska’s 100th nonstop route from Seattle. Alaska already flies to nearby Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Still, the Miami route offers sun-seeking travelers a closer airport to popular locations such as Wynwood, Brickell, and South Beach.

Boise to Idaho Falls and Las Vegas

The airline also announced new nonstop daily routes between Boise (BOI) and Idaho Falls (IDA) and Las Vegas (LAS), flying an average of 31 daily nonstops from Boise to 15 destinations.

Anchorage and Salt Lake City

A new nonstop flight between Anchorage (ANC) and Salt Lake City (SLC), the 22nd nonstop destination from Alaska’s largest city, begins June 18.

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Alaska is starting several new services this summer. Image Credit: Alaska Airlines

Demand for New Destinations

Northeast OhioSouth Florida, southern Idaho – we’re flying new routes and heading to new destinations where our guests want to go,” said Brett Catlin, vice president of network and alliances at Alaska Airlines, in a statement.

“We’re seeing strong tickets sales for all our new nonstops. That’s another indication that so many of us are ready to get out and go places,” the statement continued.

How To Earn and Redeem Mileage Plan Miles

Of course, you’ll be able to earn and redeem Alaska Mileage Plan miles on these new routes.

For instance, a round-trip economy ticket from Seattle to Miami in September will only set you back 30,000 miles and $11.20 in taxes. Flights to Cleveland are pricing out similarly.

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If you’re new to the Mileage Plan program or need to top up your balance, you have a few options:

  • The Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® card offers the following welcome offer: Receive a 30% global flight discount code for a qualifying future flight after opening your account. Additionally, earn 60,000 bonus points and a $99 Companion Fare (plus taxes and fees from $23) after spending $3,000 or more on purchases within the first 90 days.
  • You can transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to Alaska Airlines at a transfer rate of 3:1. For every 60,000 Marriott points that you transfer, you’ll receive an extra 5,000 Alaska Airlines miles bonus.
  • You can also make purchases through the Mileage Plan Shopping portal to earn bonus miles.

Hot Tip: Before you book, check out our guide to Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan loyalty program!

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Final Thoughts

Alaska is a favorite among frequent flyers, and West Coast travelers looking for another nonstop option to Miami or Cleveland should be pleased. Prices using cash or miles are pretty competitive, so take a look at Alaska’s helpful travel planner and book your trip!


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About Victoria M. Walker

Victoria holds a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from the Howard University School of Communications and is an award-winning journalist, travel reporter, and the founder of the “Carrying On with Victoria M. Walker” newsletter.

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