NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsSeptember 3, 2026San Diego
Alaska Airlines adds Loreto, Mexico as 50th nonstop destination from San Diego
Alaska Airlines announced it will launch twice-weekly nonstop flights between San Diego International Airport and Loreto, Mexico, starting in December. This new route marks the airline's 50th nonstop destination from San Diego as it celebrates 40 years of service in the region.
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The addition of this route expands travel options for San Diego residents and increases direct connectivity to Baja California Sur, Mexico, through April.
Key Facts
- Alaska Airlines is launching a new nonstop route to Loreto, Mexico, from San Diego.
- This is the airline's 50th nonstop destination from San Diego International Airport.
- Flights will operate twice-weekly from December through April.
- The route will be serviced by E175 aircraft operated by SkyWest Airlines.
- Alaska Airlines began service in San Diego on December 1, 1986.
- The airline is celebrating its 40th anniversary in San Diego.
- 40 winners will receive Atmos Rewards Gold status for 40 years as part of an anniversary giveaway.
- One grand-prize winner will receive 1 million Atmos Rewards points.
Who's Mentioned
personDarren Scott“Managing director of network at Alaska Airlines”personNeil Thwaites“VP of global sales and California commercial performance at Alaska Airlines”locationLoreto, Mexico“New destination for nonstop flights”locationSan Diego International Airport“Airport where the new service is based”organizationAlaska Airlines“Airline expanding service from San Diego”personTodd Gloria“Mayor of San Diego”organizationHawaiian Airlines“Partner airline”organizationSkyWest Airlines“Operator of the E175 aircraft for the new route”