On October 2, 2025, Southwest Airlines announced that it will begin service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in the first half of 2026. Flights will be available for purchase as part of the airline’s next schedule extension, which is being rolled out this month.
The addition marks the fifth new destination Southwest has announced in 2025 and expands the carrier’s domestic network to 122 airports, making Alaska the 43rd state served. The move is positioned as a major step toward connecting more communities and tapping a new market that has historically relied on limited air service.
Alongside the network expansion, Southwest is redesigning its cabin experience, introducing assigned and premium seating, free Wi‑Fi for Rapid Rewards members via T‑Mobile, and in‑seat power on its Boeing 737‑8 fleet as it works toward full‑fleet coverage. These enhancements accompany the Anchorage launch, underscoring the airline’s broader strategy to modernize its product offering while expanding reach.
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