October 5, 2026
San José, Calif. – Alaska Airlines is bringing back nonstop service between San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) and Paine Field Airport (PAE) in the Seattle area, with two daily flights starting in April 2027.
The restored service will give Silicon Valley travelers additional options for reaching the Seattle area, with flights departing throughout the day, and returns to SJC after a six-year hiatus.
“I am happy to welcome back nonstop service between San José and Paine Field,” said San José City Manager Jennifer Maguire. “This service gives travelers more opportunities to fly to the Seattle area and beyond, while also enjoying the convenience of San José Mineta International Airport.”
“We’re thrilled to see Alaska Airlines increasing its operations at SJC, one of the most reliable airports in the nation,” said San José Mayor Matt Mahan. “This service will give San José residents more options to visit family, conduct business and explore the Pacific Northwest, while also bringing more visitors to the Capital of Silicon Valley.”
“We are pleased to welcome back nonstop service to Paine Field on Alaska Airlines,” said SJC director of aviation Mookie Patel. “Nonstop connections between San José and the Seattle area provide passengers with the flexibility and choice they have come to expect from SJC.”
The return of Alaska Airlines’ Paine Field service, operated by Horizon Air, expands nonstop connectivity between the Bay Area and the north Puget Sound region and provides additional options for business and leisure travelers.
Tickets are available for purchase through Alaska Airlines.
About San José Mineta International Airport (SJC): Fly Simple.
Fueled by a culture of innovation, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) is the Bay Area’s easiest and most dependable Airport due to its medium size, simple layout, temperate climate and location. SJC is located just minutes from downtown San José – the Bay Area’s largest city and the Capital of Silicon Valley. SJC is a self‐supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San José. According to a recent economic impact study, SJC supports more than 19,000 jobs throughout Santa Clara County and generates approximately $4.3 billion in annual economic activity.
SJC was rated California’s top-performing airport for on-time departures by Cirium in 2024 and 2025. SJC currently offers nonstop service to more than 40 domestic and international destinations. The Airport’s two fixed-base operators, as well as several corporate aviation tenants, serve the business aviation needs of Silicon Valley; corporate and general aviation traffic represents more than a quarter of aircraft operations at SJC. For more information and to connect with SJC on social media, visit flysanjose.com.
