Alaska Airlines from Fort Myers, FL to Missoula International Airport

The pitch of Alaska, the land of the midnight sun, has been intriguing and enigmatic for most travelers. It’s only fitting that to journey there, one must experience as many different types of flights as humanly possible. Plus, everyone knows that the more challenging the trip, the more dedicated the traveler!

Due to a fortunate quirk in aviation geography, one cannot simply jump on a non-stop flight from Fort Myers, FL to Missoula, MT – the airport that serves our coveted destination of Alaska. No, such flights are reserved for those who crave boredom. The more sophisticated traveler prefers the longer trek filled with a plethora of connecting flights, after all, what's a travel story without a layover or two, right?

The first leg of the trip is best completed by opting for the red-eye flight from Fort Myers. Red-eye, for those not yet initiated into the mysteries of aviation lingo, means departing in the wee hours of morning. It's an excellent way to kick start your journey with sleep deprivation; an absolutely thrilling experience. Plus, it’s been said that sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico is a sight to behold, a view exclusively reserved for nocturnal jet setters.

Landing in the bustling city of Atlanta, take a moment to refresh yourself, preferably with a cup of coffee that costs more than your entire airfare. Now, onto the next flight and another stop at Minneapolis, the land of ten thousand lakes and one billion snowflakes. This layover offers you a sneak peek into the misery that those one-way drivers experience in the winter months. This helps one to realize the true ecstasy that flying brings. Our symphony of flights is now half complete.

Now, some might suggest taking a direct flight from Minneapolis to Missoula, but to that we say, "Thanks, but no thanks! We prefer to be seasoned travelers, not easy commuters. Where’s the irony, exaggeration, or humor in convenience?" Remember our journey is not about the destination but also the multiple tedious journeys that lead to that!

Hence, we recommend another connecting flight. This time to Salt Lake City - which can often feel like Las Vegas's less exciting cousin, but it provides a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the luxuries awaiting back on the plane. Isn’t it delightful when a banal city makes your flight look like a premium economy experience?

Finally, jump onto the last leg of your quest, from Salt Lake City to Missoula. As you land, the smell of pine, fresh air, and victory greet you. You quote Emerson: "My soul is in the sky", pat yourself on your back, and take a selfie for good measure. What a success! You've added another chapter to your traveler's tale – a multi-leg, layover filled sojourn to Missoula, en route to Alaska.

But wait, let's not forget that random fact about Alaska we promised earlier! Did you know that Alaska is the only state in America that can be typed on one row of a QWERTY keyboard? Now, isn't that the cherry topping on our satire filled travel pie? Your travel insight of the day, brought to you courtesy of this delightfully roundabout journey. Truly a bonding exercise between you and your keyboard!

Eyes twinkling in anticipation, we toast this comedic journey filled with sarcasm, irony, and self-inflicted travel inconveniences. Remember these aren't obstacles, but experiences. Cheers to you, O nominee for the frequent flyer hall of fame! And remember, the thrill lies not just in conquering Alaska, but in the unpredictable, riveting journey you undertook in the forms of several flights to get there!