Beginning Monday, Alaska Airlines will join three of its competitors in offering nonstop flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo, Japan — a milestone that further cements Seattle’s growing role as a major international gateway. Just two years ago, only 25 airlines operated international routes from SEA Airport. By the end of 2025, that number will rise to 30 — a rapid expansion timed ahead of Seattle’s role as a host city in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The inaugural direct flight to Tokyo departed Monday at 1:30 p.m. Read more: https://www.king5.com/article/travel/sea-airports-role-international-gateway-expands-new-direct-flights/281-32caa08d-ee5d-4cce-8e86-317ada8d6e86