With the Seattle Seahawks clinching a spot in Super Bowl LX after a thrilling NFC Championship victory over the Los Angeles Rams, demand for flights from Seattle to the Bay Area has surged. Recognizing the importance of this moment for legions of Seahawks fans — commonly referred to as the "12s" — airlines have responded by ramping up their schedules to accommodate the flock heading to the championship spectacle.
Alaska Airlines is leading the charge by adding 16 round-trip flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to both San Jose (SJC) and San Francisco (SFO). This increase in service is designed to give the "12th Man" more options to witness the Seahawks in action on February 8, as reported by KOMO News. But with demand peaking, tickets aren't coming cheap, a common trend when championship stakes are high.
KING 5 detailed the industry's response, noting that American Airlines has also expanded its operations, particularly for the week surrounding the game. With an addition of special flights on February 5, 6, and 7 departing SEA at 1:15 p.m. and arriving in SJC at 3:27 p.m., the carrier is bolstering its presence in anticipation of the fan exodus.
Further adding to these efforts, United Airlines has not let the opportunity to serve Seahawks enthusiasts pass unattested. It will debut flight 1411 from SEA to SJC on February 7, a number playfully acknowledging quarterback Sam Darnold (No. 14) and receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (No. 11). On their return, fans will have the option of flying on flight 2710 on February 9, as per an update from MyNorthwest.
Air travel isn't just a matter of booking and boarding, though, as travelers are advised to stay vigilant regarding flight statuses. This advice comes amidst ongoing winter weather that's wreaking havoc across parts of the country. In the early hours at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fans were spotted bustling about, some running on little sleep yet fueled by the jubilant anticipation of a "once-in-a-lifetime experience," as some travelers described to KING 5. Those still looking to secure their spot in the stands should heed the advice to book swiftly, as flight prices are unlikely to drop the closer we get to game day.
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