Earlier this year, Alaska Airlines announced that it would begin flying from Seattle, Washington, United States, to Rome, Italy. In its announcement, the carrier stated that service would start in May 2026. Ishrion Aviation reported that the inaugural flight is now scheduled for April 2026, slightly earlier than previously planned.

As previously announced, bookings for this route opened in autumn 2025. The carrier’s official website indicates that service is scheduled to start on April 28, 2026. However, the corridor is still awaiting government approval. Once approved, this will mark the first direct flight between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Rome Fiumicino International Airport (FCO).

Launching Flights In April 2026

On June 3, Alaska Airlines announced t

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