Delta Quit Tokyo Narita Seven Years Ago. Now It’s Returning To Hurt Alaska Airlines In Seattle

Delta Air Lines is planning to reintroduce flights between Seattle and Tokyo Narita starting in 2027. This new route represents a direct response to competition with Alaska Airlines at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The airline intends to operate this service on a daily basis, offering passengers a significant alternative for travel to Japan. Delta's return signals a strategic move aimed at challenging Alaska Airlines’ dominance within the Pacific Northwest market. Industry analysts believe that increased air traffic between North America and Asia will drive demand for these routes.