SEA Welcomes Alaska’s New International Services Announcement

Panoramic view of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece, including the Parthenon and surrounding ancient ruins illuminated by warm evening sunlight, with the city of Athens stretching into the distance

Travelers to benefit from additions to Paris and first-ever service to Athens

August 20, 2026

SEA Airport welcomes the latest international service announcement from Alaska Airlines adding Paris and the first-ever service to Athens, Greece, from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in May 2027. Alaska continues its expansion after adding five long-haul international services in the last two years, pushing SEA’s overall international nonstop services to 66.

"SEA welcomes Alaska's continued global expansion to two iconic European destinations, with the region's first-ever service to Athens, one of our largest unserved European markets, as well as additional options to Paris,” said Port of Seattle Commission President Ryan Calkins. “Whether your idea of a perfect summer vacation is relaxing on a Greek island or museum-hopping in one of the world's most romantic cities, we're thrilled to expand our global reach and give our passengers more opportunities to connect with the world."

Alaska will use 787-9 aircraft for both new services. This adds to Alaska’s long-haul international services at SEA with nonstop service to Athens, London, Paris, Reykjavik, Rome, Seoul, and Tokyo-Narita.

The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, viewed across the Seine River with sightseeing boats on the water, trees along the riverbanks, and a colorful sunset sky in the background

“As Seattle’s hometown airline, we’re proud to continue investing in our home hub and connecting our guests to more of the world,” said Andrew Harrison, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Alaska Airlines. “We’re grateful for our longstanding relationship with SEA Airport as we continue to grow globally from Seattle. With new nonstop service to Athens and Paris, guests across the West Coast will have even more opportunities to experience two of Europe’s most iconic destinations.”

Flight details SEA to Athens (ATH)

All times noted below are local; schedule subject to change
Route	Launch	Days	Depart	Arrival	Aircraft
SEA to ATH	May 12, 2027	3x/week	4:30 p.m.	2:20 p.m. +1	787-9
ATH to SEA	May 13, 2027	3x/week	4:20 p.m.	6:55 p.m.	787-9

Flight details SEA to Paris (CDG)

All times noted below are local; schedule subject to change
Route	Launch	Days	Depart	Arrival	Aircraft
SEA to CDG	May 25, 2027	5x/week	5:25 p.m.	12:25 p.m. +1	787-9
CDG to SEA	May 26, 2027	5x/week	2:25 p.m.	3:50 p.m.	787-9

Look for more information on the Alaska Airlines announcement.

International service at SEA

SEA currently offers 63 international nonstop services to 37 international destinations on 29 different airlines. Six new intercontinental services debuted at SEA in 2026 — Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong; Alaska to Rome, London, and Reykjavik; and Delta to Rome and Barcelona.