Alaska Airlines from Asheville Regional Airport to Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport

Attention, brave globe trotters with a healthy serving of wanderlust light enough to be hand-carried on an overhead bin. If you're planning on flying Alaska (the mighty airline, not the majestic bird) from the misty mountains of Asheville Regional Airport to the splendid terrains of Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, then hang on to that economy class seatbelt because, oh boy, do we have some invaluable, knee-slappingly good information for you. Flight deals? Check. Mileage program? Check. In-flight services? You bet your frequent flyer miles.

First things first – Let's talk direct flights. What's that you say? A flight from Asheville to Sitka without a stopover? Well, we hate to bring disappointment to your airfare search but if direct flights were sand, we're in the middle of a desert. As Giles ‘wittier-than-a-cucumber-sandwich’ Coren said, “Life is like a long journey with a heavy load.” As travelers, we know a thing or two about heavy loads, am I right or am I right?

But fear not! A journey such as yours, while currently non-existent in the form of non-stop travel, does come laced with the fascinating possibility of connecting flights (Cue the ‘oooohs’ and ‘aaaahs’). The lithe lindy hop from one terminal to another, where one-stop or more, becomes an unexpected layover limbo that invites adventure. A momentary pause to soak in the flavor of a transient city before returning to the comfortable familiarity of cushioned airline seats. And who knows? Maybe you'll find new stories to embellish your traveler's tale.

Now on to something a tad touchy but important nonetheless - baggage allowance. Going one-way to Alaska prepares you for a journey rife with unexpected climates, unique customs, and a range of backdrops your Instagram feed would kill for! Travelling light does seem wonderful when hefting a couple of camouflaged bags onto a conveyor belt But remember, you're going to "The Last Frontier", where man scrimmages with nature for the softest sunrise. Try fitting THAT into your carry-on.

Speaking of which, do you know this breath-taking state boasts more than half of the world's glaciers, but none of them are named Elsa? Comedy brilliance and random facts aside, bringing in extra gear to face Alaska’s whimsical weather is a wise prep work, but do keep in mind the extra cost that might add to your cheap flight's wallet-friendly expectations.

Finally, let's not forget one of the most interesting bits, the in-flight services. Who doesn't appreciate a chill glass of Chardonnay while floating several thousand feet above sea level, right? Amenities may vary, but trust us when we say, it surely will make your flight duration feel a smidge less lengthy. Some carriers even continue to turn up the hospitality to eleven with free texting and calls for those of us who simply can’t endure a media blackout for the traveling hours. So, kudos to them for keeping our digital lives humming!

To wrap this up, my dearest travelers, whether you choose to book your flight last-minute or conduct lengthy flight schedule comparisons, remember that the best time to book is always when the heart is ready. Coz nothing quite says “ready for adventure” than a heart ready to take wing (metaphorically speaking).

So, pop in your earbuds, blast some travelling tunes and prepare yourself for the trip of your life. Alaska, here you come!