New Seattle-Seoul flight: Nonstop service starts Sept. 12 with $999 fare offer

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New Seattle-Seoul flight: Nonstop service starts Sept. 12 with $999 fare offer

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Constance von Muehlen Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer | Alaska Airlines

By Sky Industry News

May 6, 2025

Getting to South Korea from the West Coast is becoming more convenient with a new nonstop service between Seattle and Seoul, starting on September 12. This service is operated by Hawaiian Airlines, known for its award-winning hospitality. To promote this new route, Alaska Air Group offers roundtrip fares for $999 from Seattle to Seoul, available for booking from May 6 through May 13.

Soojin Yu, Regional Director of Asia for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines, provides insights into Seoul's appeal as a travel destination. She highlights the city's status as a hub for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands. According to Yu, "Plus, as K-pop idols continue to rise in global popularity, many are launching their own pop-up stores to celebrate new albums, birthdays, debuts and more."

Yu also recommends attending the Seoul International Fireworks Festival in late September and visiting the Seoul Outdoor Library during its run from September 5 to November 2. She emphasizes the beauty of Seoul's royal palaces like Deoksugung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace during autumn.

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For food enthusiasts, Yu suggests starting with popular Korean dishes such as Korean BBQ and bibimbap. For street food experiences, she recommends Gwangjang Market and Myeongdong Street.

Visitors can enjoy various attractions in Seoul including Namsan Cable Car rides and walks through Bukchon Hanok Village. Other notable sites include Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bongeunsa Temple.

Practical travel tips include using Subway Korea or Kakao Taxi apps for transportation. It is customary to remove shoes when entering homes or certain establishments.

Alaska Air Group operates over 140 destinations through subsidiaries including Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Holdings. The group recently acquired Hawaiian Airlines, enhancing its network across North America and Asia.