Alaska, Horizon to codeshare with Icelandair

Alaska Airlines and its Horizon Air regional affiliate entered into a codeshare agreement with Icelandair under which the latter will place its code "on select Alaska and Horizon flights," the carriers said. Agreement also includes a reciprocal frequent flier partnership to be launched this fall.

"As we celebrate one year of service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, we are pleased to strengthen the bridge for West Coast travelers wanting to explore Europe," Icelandair GM for the Americas Thorsteinn Egilsson said. "Alaska Airlines' route network complements passengers connecting through Seattle on Icelandair."

"Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are delighted to welcome Icelandair as our newest Mileage Plan and codeshare partner," stated Alaska Director of Customer Loyalty and Marketing Programs Rick Rasmussen. "Icelandair offers affordable and convenient options for our customers to earn or redeem miles for travel to Iceland and beyond."