The Port of Seattle has confirmed that low-cost carrier Norwegian will commence service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Washington, US, to Gatwick Airport in London, UK.

Starting in September this year, Norwegian plans to deploy its Boeing 787-9 aircraft for nonstop flight service on the Seattle to London route.

Seattle-Tacoma Airport Operations director Michael Ehl said: “Norwegian’s choice to serve Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is a testament to our region’s economic growth.

“Sea-Tac’s total passenger volume has grown 40% in just five years, and Norwegian’s Boeing 787-9 service will provide more options to travellers, as well as promote tourism and trade in the region.”

The new flight service will be configured to offer 35 premium and 309 economy cabin seats for passengers flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

Norwegian chief commercial officer Thomas Ramdahl said: “London is an integral part of our ever-growing global route network, perfect for both business and leisure travellers.

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"We are excited to offer more West Coast routes for Americans who are looking for inexpensive access to London, with connections to several destinations across Europe."

“We are excited to offer more West Coast routes for Americans who are looking for inexpensive access to London, with connections to several destinations across Europe.

“Norwegian now offers 48 transatlantic flights from 13 US cities and we are fully committed to offering Americans the most affordable non-stop fares to Europe, combined with our award-winning service. With our continuous US expansion, we also bring even more tourists to the US and support American jobs.”

Norwegian is the first new international airline to announce service at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport this year.

Separately, the low-cost carrier will begin another nonstop service to Gatwick Airport from Denver International Airport, in Colorado, US, starting on 16 September.


Image: Low-cost carrier Norwegian plans on using the 787-9 aircraft on the Seattle to London route. Photo: courtesy of Port of Seattle.