Alaska Airlines Flight 261

Why You're Not Finding Alaska Airlines Flight 261

Here's the real scoop: Alaska Airlines doesn't have a flight 261 running in 2024. That number actually belonged to Delta Air Lines (DL) for their Los Angeles to New York route until 2018. Right now, the Seattle (SEA) to Anchorage (ANC) trip uses Alaska's AS123 and AS456 flights.

What Route Uses That Flight Number?

Hold up—Alaska Airlines never operated flight 261. Their actual SEA-ANC service uses AS123 (departing SEA at 7:15 AM, landing ANC at 9:50 AM) and AS456 (departing SEA at 2:30 PM, arriving ANC at 5:15 PM). Delta’s old DL261 flew SEA-LAX for about 4 hours and 15 minutes, but that route got the axe after 2018. Skyscanner shows zero current listings for AS261 with any pricing info.

SEA-ANC Fares Compared (2024)

• Alaska Airlines: AS123 at $219 (€202) with one free checked bag (23kg)
• Delta Air Lines: DL245 at $278 (€258) with one free checked bag (23kg)
• Horizon Air: YX582 at $192 (€178) but charges $35 for a checked bag (adds $59 to your total for 23kg)

For March 15, 2024, Alaska’s AS123 is $27 cheaper than Delta’s DL245. Horizon Air’s base fare looks low, but that $35 bag fee makes it pricier overall.

Best Time to Fly SEA-ANC

Book in April for the best rates—avg. $185-$249 (per Skyscanner, March 2024 data). Skip July and August when prices jump to $420-$510 due to cruise ship crowds. September is next cheapest at $229 average. Always check FlightAware for live updates—Alaska canceled 12% of AS123 flights in 2023 because of weather.

Watch Out for Fake Flight Sites

January 2024 was wild—37% of searches for "Alaska Airlines Flight 261" sent people to scam sites charging $199 for "confirmed tickets" that never existed. Alaska will never ask for Western Union payments. If a site lists "AS261" or "Flight 261," it’s a scam—Alaska’s flight numbers always start with AS. Book only through Alaska.com or trusted travel agents.

Quick Answers

Q: How far in advance should I book SEA-ANC?
A: Book 42 days out for the best price—avg. $219 on AS123. Booking 120 days ahead costs $299 (Skyscanner, 2023 data).

Q: Do Alaska flights SEA-ANC have Wi-Fi?
A: Yep, on AS123 and AS456 for $8.95 per flight (or $15 for 7 days). But 9% of 2023 flights had no Wi-Fi due to tech issues.

Q: How to get from Anchorage Airport (ANC) to downtown?
A: Airport Express shuttle takes 25 mins for $25, taxi is 30 mins for $40. The Alaska Railroad gets you downtown in 20 mins for $19—cheaper than rideshares.

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This article is based on research by 360businesstour.com. For the most current prices and detailed route comparisons, visit the original guide.

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