Alaska Airlines recently introduced an innovative year-end initiative for its frequent fliers. Instead of the usual “mileage runs” to accumulate miles at the last minute for elite status, the airline now allows customers to purchase carbon offsets to boost their status for 2024.
Alaska Airlines Adds Porter Airlines as New Partner
14.12.2023 - 14:35 / travelpulse.com / Kevin Jackson / Rich Thomaselli / Brett Catlin
In addition to its potential merger with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines is gobbling up partnerships.
Porter Airlines has become the 30th global partner of Alaska Airlines and the carrier's first Canadian partner. Guests will be able to book tickets on Porter through Alaska Airlines and maintain miles.
The airline will begin service between Toronto and both Los Angeles and San Francisco, starting in January.
Porter Airlines flies the Embraer E195-E2.
"Porter Airlines opens new opportunities for our guests to travel to Canada in style," said Brett Catlin, vice president of loyalty, alliances and sales at Alaska Airlines.
"We're thrilled to partner with a vibrant and growing airline that offers a refined experience including top-notch inflight service and terrific onboard amenities," Catlin continued.
The E195-E2 is like the E175 flown by Alaska's regional carrier, Horizon Air, and SkyWest, but it flies 132 passengers instead of 76 with no middle seats.
"Porter has been redefining economy air travel for more than 17 years. As our network expands across North America, this partnership with Alaska Airlines will enable travelers in the western U.S. to enjoy our elevated onboard experience when flying to Toronto and throughout Eastern Canada," said Kevin Jackson, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, Porter Airlines.
"Alaska and Porter emphasize service excellence on each and every flight, so this partnership is a natural fit for our passengers," Jackson continued.
Service to Los Angeles International Airport begins on January 16, while San Francisco International Airport service starts on January 25.
Both airlines have plans to expand the partnership next year.
As for the merger between Alaska and Hawaiian Air, the deal is not done yet and still in the negotiating phase.
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