Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sees surge in international flights

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is seeing a rise in international flights, with over 1,500 scheduled this month. Airlines are expanding services, including new routes to Seoul and Zurich, reflecting Seattle's growing status as a global travel hub. Alaska Air Group plans to enhance its international offerings with new nonstop flights to Tokyo and Seoul starting in 2025. The merger with Hawaiian Airlines is expected to further boost SEA's capacity and connectivity. The airport's recent expansion of its International Arrivals Facility has improved passenger experiences, reducing wait times and increasing gate availability. This $986 million project was completed in early 2022 without taxpayer funding.