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Southwest Adds New Nonstop Coastal Routes from Long Beach Airport
By Staff Writer
Published on Mon, Aug 17, 2026
Pack your bags, Long Beach travelers. Long Beach Airport (LGB) is spreading its wings with new nonstop daily service to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Portland International Airport (PDX).
The new routes offered by Southwest Airlines to the Pacific Northwest are now in service with the following schedule:
- LGB to SEA – 11:25 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.
- SEA to LGB – Noon - 2:55 p.m.
- LGB to PDX – 1 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
- PDX to LGB – Noon - 2:25 p.m.
The good news doesn’t stop there — beginning Sept. 8, 2026, Alaska Airlines is bringing back nonstop service to Seattle twice a day from LGB. With expanded service to the Pacific Northwest via Southwest and Alaska airlines, america's coolest airport™ is providing local travelers the stress-free, convenient travel options they deserve.
Even beyond the expanded flight services, LGB stands out for its exceptional customer service, upgraded passenger concourse and unique traveler experiences including weekly live music through their LGB Live! series.
If the Pacific Northwest is on your travel bucket list, LGB has got your back. To purchase tickets or explore the other 21 nonstop service destinations offered from Long Beach, visit lgb.org.
