Seattle to Anchorage flights
Direct and connecting flights from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Seattle to Anchorage take?
Flight time from Seattle (SEA) to Anchorage (ANC) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Seattle to Anchorage?
Airline availability for SEA to ANC changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Seattle to Anchorage?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SEA to ANC varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- Omni Air International5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| Omni Air International | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SEA → ANC
SEA to ANC is a medium-haul route of 2,326 km (1,445 mi). See the return ANC → SEA route.
Alternative airports near Seattle: Seattle (BFI) — 9 km, Renton (RNT) — 9 km, Tacoma (TIW) — 28 km.
Alternative airports near Anchorage: Anchorage (MRI) — 9 km, Anchorage (EDF) — 13 km, Fort Richardson (FRN) — 21 km.