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Alaska Airlines, established in 1944 and headquartered in SeaTac, Washington, is a major U.S. carrier with a strong presence in the Pacific region. Through its dedicated freighter fleet and belly cargo capacity on passenger flights, Alaska Air Cargo serves over 100 destinations across North America, Asia, the South Pacific, and Europe. The airline is the only legacy U.S. passenger carrier with a dedicated freighter fleet, carrying more than 370 million pounds of cargo annually.
Alaska Airlines maintains sales and service offices in several Chinese cities. For cargo-specific inquiries, the following offices may be able to assist or direct you to the appropriate cargo team:
Note: Direct cargo contact details for China offices are not publicly listed. For cargo bookings and rates, please contact your local freight forwarder or Goodhope Freight (see Booking Guide below).
Alaska Airlines operates a dedicated freighter fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft, supplemented by belly cargo capacity on its passenger fleet of Boeing 737, 787, and A330 widebody aircraft. The airline is expanding its freighter fleet from five to nine aircraft with the addition of four Boeing 737-800BCF freighters, effectively doubling its cargo capacity.
| Aircraft Type | In Service | Max Payload | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing 737-700 Freighter (BDSF) | 3 | ~19 tonnes | 3,200 miles | Converted freighters; ideal for regional and medium-haul routes |
| Boeing 737-800BCF | 2 (plus 4 on order) | ~23 tonnes | 2,900+ miles | 10,000 lbs more capacity than 737-700F; expanding fleet to 9 freighters |
| Belly Cargo (Passenger Fleet) | 330+ aircraft | Varies by aircraft | Global | Includes 787 and A330 widebody aircraft serving Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific |
Fleet data as of 2026. Subject to change. Source: Alaska Airlines public announcements.
Alaska Airlines does not currently operate direct cargo or passenger flights from mainland China. However, the airline provides seamless cargo connectivity from China through its global gateways:
For cargo originating in China, shipments are typically routed via interline or connecting carriers to SEA or HNL. Please consult your local agent for the latest schedule and routing options.
Through its global gateway hubs in Seattle (SEA) and Honolulu (HNL), Alaska Air Cargo (combined with Hawaiian Air Cargo) reaches 14 locations across Asia, the South Pacific, Canada, and Mexico, with additional long-haul links to London and Rome. Key destinations accessible from China via Alaska's network include:
Alaska and Hawaiian Air Cargo together serve more than 115 cargo destinations worldwide with over 1,300 daily flights.
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Seattle–Tacoma (SEA) serves as Alaska's primary global gateway, with daily widebody cargo capacity to Tokyo Narita, Seoul Incheon, and Honolulu, plus expanding service to London and Rome. Honolulu (HNL) functions as the airline's second-largest hub, offering multiple daily widebody flights between SEA and HNL that provide smooth connections to destinations across Asia and the South Pacific, including Sydney and Osaka.
Alaska Air Cargo is the only legacy U.S. passenger airline with a dedicated freighter fleet, and its cargo division handles over 370 million pounds of freight annually. The airline's cargo capabilities include:
Following the integration with Hawaiian Airlines, the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Air Cargo network now serves more than 115 destinations worldwide, positioning Alaska as the fourth largest global carrier in the U.S.. With aircraft orders in place to bring the total fleet to 550 by 2035, Alaska Airlines continues to invest in its cargo infrastructure and global connectivity.