Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced plans to explore a codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines, effective Friday, May 2.

This potential arrangement is set to cover key cities within both airlines’ networks, enhancing connectivity and creating more convenient travel options between the Philippines and the United States.

According to an official statement, “Philippine Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer easy connections through PAL’s US West Coast gateways, namely Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, as well as via Honolulu. PAL passengers will gain greater access to a wide range of US destinations that are part of Alaska Airlines’ extensive domestic network.”

Redeeming Miles on Two Networks
The exploration of this codeshare comes as both airlines prepare to allow their passengers to fully utilize their respective loyalty programs. The PAL-Alaska collaboration will soon enable members from both airlines to earn and redeem miles across each other’s networks, providing increased rewards and flexibility.

PAL’s Vice President for Marketing Alvin Miranda stated: “We are proud to partner with Alaska Airlines to deliver even greater value to our Mabuhay Miles members. This strategic collaboration significantly expands our network and flight options, enabling our Mabuhay Miles members to enjoy enhanced connectivity and flexibility in how and where they use their miles.”

Andrew Harrison, Chief Commercial Officer of Alaska Airlines, remarked that PAL is a fantastic addition to their global airline roster, enhancing world-class service.

“The large Filipino communities living in Hawaii, California, and Washington state can travel on Philippine Airlines’ long-haul, widebody aircraft and soon earn valuable Mileage Plan miles on their transpacific journeys,” Harrison added.

This frequent flyer collaboration will also strengthen the existing partnership between PAL and Hawaiian Airlines, another member of the Alaska Airlines Group. PAL will maintain codeshare flights to Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Lihue via Honolulu, while Hawaiian flyers will soon be able to earn and redeem miles on Philippine Airlines.