Limited-Time Offer: Fly to Seoul with Alaska Airlines for 20K Points

Alaska Airlines is launching an exciting new route, and travelers are in for a treat. For just three days, you can take advantage of significant savings on nonstop flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul. This limited-time offer allows you to choose between cash fares and points, but hurry—this deal ends on Friday, September 12, and is valid for flights through December 15.

One of the standout features of this promotion is the buy-one-get-one (BOGO) cash fare offer on economy tickets. This means that when you purchase a ticket for yourself, your travel companion’s fare will only cost you the taxes and fees, which are quite reasonable: just $6 for the flight from SEA to ICN and $36 for the return. This effectively halves the cost per person when traveling with a friend or family member, making it an unbeatable deal.

In addition to the financial savings, both travelers will earn Atmos Rewards points and elite status points on their tickets, adding even more value to this offer.

If you prefer to use your Atmos points instead of cash, Alaska Airlines is offering main cabin tickets for just 20,000 Atmos points each way, or 40,000 round-trip, plus applicable taxes and fees. This is a remarkable discount, as the standard award fare for this route typically costs 30,000 points each way according to Alaska’s award chart. That amounts to a 33% reduction on award fares, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to redeem their points.

While it’s important to note that you won’t earn additional points on award tickets, you will earn one status point for every mile flown, which translates to approximately 5,200 status points each way. This can help you progress toward your next elite tier in the Atmos Rewards program.

If you have accumulated Atmos Rewards points—perhaps from a recent welcome bonus on a new Atmos credit card—this is a fantastic chance to put them to good use. Additionally, if you’re looking to increase your points balance, consider transferring Bilt Points to Atmos at a 1:1 ratio, providing another avenue to take advantage of this deal.

For those who don’t reside near Seattle, it may still be worth your while to find an affordable positioning flight to take advantage of this exceptional offer.

To experience the vibrant culture and beauty of Seoul at a fraction of the cost, make sure to book your nonstop economy ticket from Seattle by Friday, September 12, through the Alaska Airlines website. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore one of Asia’s most dynamic cities!

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