We'll fly daily between Portland and Houston starting this spring along with two daily Portland-Eugene roundtrips and a new Medford-San Diego route SEATTLE, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Y'all, for the first time, Alaska Airlines is linking the Rose City to the largest city in Texas. We're adding a new daily, nonstop flight between Portland and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston starting May 15, 2025. We'll also resume twice-daily nonstop service between Portland and Eugene, Oregon, and offer a new route between San Diego and Medford, Oregon. All three routes will fly year-round. Tickets can be purchased now at alaskaair.com.

SEATTLE, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2024 fourth quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, January 23, 2025.  A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska Airlines Alaska Air Group, Inc. is based in Seattle and comprised of subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Holdings, Inc.

We'll offer the most nonstop destinations ever this summer from Alaska's largest city along with daily Portland-Fairbanks service; other new nonstops begin this week across our network SEATTLE, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time this summer, Alaska Airlines is connecting Anchorage to both Detroit and Sacramento with seasonal nonstop flights, as well as resuming nonstop service between Fairbanks and Portland. Weekly, roundtrip flights to and from Detroit and Sacramento begin on June 14, 2025 – which adds up to 15 nonstop destinations between Anchorage and the Lower 48 and Hawaii, the most we've ever served in the summer. We'll start flying the Fairbanks-Portland route on May 15,

Executive John Wiitala joins Alaska with more than 34 years of airline experience SEATTLE, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has named John Wiitala as its new vice president of maintenance and engineering. In this principal leadership role, Wiitala will lead professionals throughout the division who maintain the highest levels of safety and compliance with more than 237 mainline Boeing aircraft across multiple maintenance bases. Wiitala joins Alaska after 34 years with United Airlines, most recently as vice president and chief engineer of tech operations, safety and

Daily year-round service will seamlessly connect our guests between the nation's capital and one of our key West Coast hubs SEATTLE, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is proud to announce new nonstop service between San Diego International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), becoming the only airline to offer this direct route and enhance connectivity to the nation's capital. Tickets will soon be available for purchase on www.alaskaair.com. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Transportation approved our application as part of the Federal Avi

Alaska Air Group to unlock significant short- and long-term value creation to drive double digit margins of 11-13% and EPS to at least $10 by 2027; acquisition synergy estimates increased to at least $500 million by 2027 Launching a new global gateway from Seattle with nonstop routes to Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Seoul Incheon (ICN), and expanding to at least 12 international widebody destinations by 2030Introducing a premium credit card with industry-leading benefits for guests, built for the global traveler to explore the expanding networkNEW YORK, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALK) will host its previously announced 2024 Investor Day at 1 p.m. Eastern time today i

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines also release combined spring/summer schedule with more choices and improved connectivity for guests flying between U.S. continent and Hawaiʻi SEATTLE, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group is celebrating another milestone in the combination of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines with the launch of Seattle as a new global gateway, connecting our guests to the world through a remarkable travel experience rooted in safety, care and performance. New nonstop service with Hawaiian Airlines widebody aircraft between Seattle and Tokyo Narita, Japan (NRT), and Seoul Incheon, South Korea (ICN) will begin in 2025, and an enhanced domestic network for the

The West Coast's beloved New Year's Eve drone, fireworks, and light show returns with a new sponsor and even bigger broadcast. SEATTLE, Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Space Needle is proud to present Alaska Airlines New Year's at the Needle, Seattle's beloved pyrotechnic and light spectacular, to usher in 2025. Viewers up and down the West Coast will be dazzled as hundreds of drones take to the sky leading up to the largest structurally-launched firework show in North America. This year, San Diego will join the televised event in addition to Portland, Spokane, and Seattle. "

With the most flights to Palm Springs, your journey to music, style and unforgettable memories this April starts with us SEATTLE, Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get ready for a first class festival experience and an unforgettable journey to the desert skies next spring! Alaska Airlines is excited to be named the official airline of Coachella and Stagecoach with its first-ever partnership.  Alaska Airlines is your ticket to good vibes with the most flights to Palm Springs*, one of the closest airports to Indio, California—home to both music festivals. Coachella returns on April 1

The honor recognizes recent significant investments in our inflight culinary experience SEATTLE, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is proud to be named the winner of the 2024 Business Traveler North America Award for Best Inflight Food & Beverage. This recognition celebrates our commitment to elevating the culinary experience with an innovative and thoughtful approach to crafting premium meal and beverage offerings for every guest, regardless of where they sit. "We are incredibly honored to receive this award, which reflects our team's passion for delivering a rema

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Susquehanna upgraded Alaska Air from Neutral to Positive and set a new price target of $95.00

TD Cowen reiterated coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $78.00 from $68.00 previously

TD Cowen reiterated coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $68.00 from $50.00 previously

UBS resumed coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $72.00

Goldman resumed coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $70.00

Melius upgraded Alaska Air from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $56.00

Barclays initiated coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $55.00

TD Cowen reiterated coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $51.00 from $58.00 previously

Wolfe Research upgraded Alaska Air from Peer Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $55.00

TD Cowen reiterated coverage of Alaska Air with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $58.00 from $49.00 previously

SEATTLE, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2024 fourth quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, January 23, 2025.  A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska Airlines Alaska Air Group, Inc. is based in Seattle and comprised of subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Holdings, Inc.

Completed acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines Led the industry in adjusted pretax margin SEATTLE, Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group (NYSE:ALK) today reported financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2024. Air Group closed out a strong third quarter, generating GAAP pretax margins of 10.7% and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.84. On an adjusted basis, our pretax margin of 13.0% will lead the industry. Given Air Group's completed acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines on September 18, 2024, quarterly financial statements include approximately 13 days of Hawaiian Airlines results. "There has been no better time to be part of Alaska Air

Expected to lead the industry with adjusted pretax margin of 15.8%Achieved a completion rate of 99.5%, among the highest in the industryReached tentative agreement with Alaska flight attendants represented by AFA SEATTLE, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group (NYSE:ALK) today reported financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2024, and provided outlook for the third quarter ending September 30, 2024 and full year 2024. "It's clear that premium airlines are rising above the rest of the industry, and Alaska's product and performance put us in that top tie

SEATTLE, July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2024 second quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, July 18, 2024. A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines and our regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States, Belize, Canada,

Achieved record first quarter operating revenue of $2.2 billion Ratified new agreement with AMFA-represented employees SEATTLE, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group (NYSE:ALK) today reported financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2024, and provided outlook for the second quarter ending June 30, 2024.  "I want to recognize Alaska's employees for their uncompromising prioritization of safety, for taking great care of our guests, and for delivering strong performance in the first quarter," said CEO Ben Minicucci. "Despite significant challenges to sta

SEATTLE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2024 first quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, April 18, 2024. A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines and our regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States, the Bahamas, Be

Announced agreement to acquire Hawaiian Airlines Achieved record annual operating revenue of $10.4 billion SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE:ALK) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. "Air Group's 2023 accomplishments were significant," said CEO Ben Minicucci. "I want to thank our people for delivering a reliable operation, industry-leading cost performance, and a strong 7.5% adjusted pretax margin. As we navigate early 2024, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, providing a premium experience for our guests, and delivering durable financial performance. I am also grateful for how the team h

SEATTLE, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE:ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2023 fourth quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, January 25, 2024. A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska AirlinesAlaska Airlines and our regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States, the Bahamas, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Mexico. We offer our guests a premium flying experience with aw

Combined company to maintain Alaska Airlines' and Hawaiian Airlines' strong, high-quality brands, supported by a single, compelling loyalty offering.Expands fifth largest U.S. airline to a fleet of 365 narrow and wide body airplanes enabling guests to reach 138 destinations through our combined networks and more than 1,200 destinations through the oneworld Alliance.Honolulu to become a key hub for the combined airline with expanded service for residents of Hawai'i to the Continental U.S. and creating new connections to Asia and throughout the Pacific for travelers across the U.S.Commitment to Hawai'i remains steadfast, including maintaining robust Neighbor Island air service, and a more comp

SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2023 third quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Thursday, October 19, 2023.  A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning. About Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines and our regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States, Belize, Cana

Enables guests to reach 141 destinations directly, including 29 international markets, and over 1,200 destinations globally through the oneworld Alliance and global partnersMaintains the distinct brands of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Establishes Honolulu as its second largest hubBeginning soon, provides HawaiianMiles members and Mileage Plan members with the ability to transfer miles between accounts free of chargeBeginning soon, enables guests to purchase Hawaiian Airlines flights at alaskaair.com and Alaska Airlines flights on hawaiianairlines.comSEATTLE and HONOLULU, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALK) today announced it has completed its acquisition

Alaska is the first U.S. airline to link guest participation in sustainability to loyalty with an accelerated path to elite status.   SEATTLE, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Alaska Airlines' longstanding journey to make air travel more sustainable, the airline will now give guests the choice to voluntarily reduce the environmental impact of their travel with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credits during the booking process. Guests can choose to support SAF in an amount based on 5%, 10% or 20% of their carbon impact when they book a ticket on alaskaair.com. Building on

At just 55 calories per can, Best Day Brewing Kölsch offers guests in all cabins a healthier alternative to traditional beer without sacrificing the classic taste SEATTLE, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is now offering happy hour without the hangover on every flight with its new and refreshing beverage offering. Just in time for Dry January, the premier West Coast carrier is serving Best Day Brewing Kölsch -- the first non-alcoholic beverage to join Alaska's premium beverage line-up. Alaska Airlines is now offering happy hour without the hangover with its new no

NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI") will make the following changes to the S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices effective prior to the open of trading on Monday, December 18, to coincide with the quarterly rebalance. The changes ensure each index is more representative of its market capitalization range. All companies being added to the S&P 500 are more representative of the large-cap market space, all companies being added to the S&P MidCap 400 are more representative of the mid-cap market space, and all companies being added to the S&P SmallCap 600 are more representative of the small-cap market space. The companies being removed from t

Alaska Mileage Plan members can earn Elite-Qualifying Miles when they support sustainable aviation fuel, contributing to their elite qualification for the new year SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today it is partnering with climate-tech company CHOOOSE to provide new options for sustainability-minded guests to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions by purchasing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credits or support nature-based climate projects. A banner on the reservations confirmation page invites guests to learn more about the car

HONOLULU, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has promoted Daniel Chun to regional vice president – Hawai'i, in a move that underscores the airline's enduring commitment to the Aloha State. In this newly created role, Chun serves as the senior executive for Alaska Airlines in Hawai'i, leading the long-term strategy for the company's growth in the Islands and continuing to deepen Alaska's longstanding support and engagement within the local community. Alaska started service to the Hawaiian Islands in 2007 and operates the most flights between Hawai'i and the West Coast than any carrier.

SEATTLE, Feb. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group's (AAG) Board of Directors announced today that Lead Independent Director Patricia Bedient will replace Brad Tilden as chair of the company's Board of Directors, effective May 5, 2022. Ms. Bedient will serve as independent non-executive chair, while Mr. Tilden served as executive chair. The announcement is part of a leadership succession plan that involved Tilden retiring as CEO in March 2021 and passing the helm to Ben Minicucci. "The transition to Ben as CEO has been seamless, the leadership team is operating as one and

SEATTLE, Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc. announced today the appointment of Adrienne Lofton to the company's board of directors. Lofton, a marketing and retail omnichannel veteran who has extensive experience transforming some of the nation's best-known consumer brands, will also serve on the boards of the company's airline subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries, Inc. Lofton is the vice president of global brand marketing at Google, where she oversees the integrated consumer experience for Google's platforms & ecosystems portfolio (i

SEATTLE, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has named 34-year airline veteran Toni Freeberg managing director of sales effective immediately. Freeberg assumes the role currently held by Mark Bocchi, who will retire from Alaska Airlines in October after 40 years. In her new role, Freeberg will set the strategy and oversee corporate and specialty sales, and further champion the integration into the oneworld global alliance. As managing director of sales, she will drive our West Coast international initiatives and corporate partners, travel management companies and sm

SEATTLE, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Constance von Muehlen as Chief Operating Officer of Alaska Airlines, effective April 3, 2021. Upon assuming this role, von Muehlen will join Alaska's Executive Committee and report to Ben Minicucci, who becomes Chief Executive Officer on March 31, 2021. She succeeds current COO, Gary Beck, who has announced his retirement following an impressive 47-year career in aviation. Alaska Airlines appoints Constance von Muehlen Chief Operating Officer A 30-year aviation veteran who received her leadership training flying Black Hawk helicopters as a Captain in the U.S. Army, von Muehlen b