More than just stunning landscapes, modern conveniences, and world-class adventure, the land of fire and ice offers compelling opportunities to swing a fly on classic beats for Atlantic salmon and sea-run brown trout. For hardened Northwest steelheaders addicted to the tight-line grab of ocean-going fish on the swing, this is a country that belongs on your bucket list.
Fortunately, getting there is about to become even easier. Alaska Airlines has announced new daily direct flights to Reykjavik, Iceland, beginning next spring. Thanks to Iceland’s long summer daylight, anglers from Seattle could catch a Saturday morning flight, land 7.5 hours later, and be swinging for glory at daybreak on Sunday. For anglers in the Bay Area, a quick hop to Seattle puts these incredible fisheries within easy reach.
Alaska Airlines Continues International Expansion
The new routes will be served by Alaska’s fleet of 737-8 MAX aircraft, offering plenty of creature comforts. These flights will directly connect the West Coast to premier Atlantic salmon and sea-run brown trout fisheries. Over the past six years, our team has steadily built its expertise in Iceland and now works with a range of operations that provide an incredibly diverse mix of waters, accommodations, and price points.
Iceland is now firmly on the radar of most traveling anglers but some of the best openings are still available. Contact us today and we’ll help you plan a trip that aligns perfectly with these convenient new flights, prime availability, and peak fish runs.
