Alaska Airlines from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Ontario

So, you plan on launching yourself from the ever-bustling Byzantium of upstate New York, aka Syracuse Hancock International Airport, and landing gently (or perhaps not) into the lap of the, slightly less bustling, Ontario? Well, sit back, my frequent flyer, and hold onto your luggage tags, because we're about to make your voyage via Alaska as riveting as an episode of CSI: Miami... or at least, CSI: Anchorage.

Now, you might be wondering “Why Alaska of all airlines?" Well, let's just say their Economy class is equivalent to the premium economy of other aviation maestros, except of course the Airline of Atlantis (Certified by Trident himself). But alas, they rarely fly surface dwellers and last I checked, Syracuse Hancock International falls under that category.

Grab your pen, paper or that handy-dandy gadget with a 'remember everything' feature, because we're diving into the realm of flights, airfare and in-flight services. Almost like the Chronicles of Narnia, but with less wardrobe and more legroom. We’ll start with the kind of flights you could avail. Ontario isn't as far as you'd think, unless of course, you're still stuck with a 15th-century world map (You quaint, historical soul, you!). For those living in the 21st century, direct flights are a godsend—a teleportation device without all the molecules-gone-awry issues. One-way or round-trip, your pick. Just remember to handcuff your luggage, we don’t want any strays, do we?

Now let's talk layover, the speed bump on aviation's autobahn. Layovers can be a blissful breather if your idea of fun includes a frantic scurry from terminal A to Z while juggling a half-eaten sandwich. Nevertheless, non-stop and connecting flights do well by comparison. And before you say, “But... but... the airfare,” remember: cheap flights aren’t commandeered by Captain Jack Sparrow. Well, at least, not often.

I’d hate to stretch this point, but considering Alaska’s flight cancellation policy, you might as well wear your stretchy yoga-pants. Can’t afford last-minute flights? Pish posh! With a smorgasbord of international and domestic flight deals, your pockets (or fanny packs, no judgment here) need not fear. Their frequent flyer mileage program makes you feel like an emperor who just figured out the best time to book his royal tours.

And how can we forget! Perhaps, the only thing fancier than being First-class in-flight is being Sherlock Holmes. Be it the flight duration or the flight schedule, every detail is at your fingertips; easier than kicking Watson off the case. Plus, the baggage allowance is just enough to sneak in your favorite Mycroft-bashing mug.

For a bit of air trivia: Did you know that the state of Alaska has more aircraft per capita than any other state in the U.S.? It makes sense, considering there are more moose than taxi drivers in some parts. No offense to the moose, of course.

So, there you have it―your comprehensive, no-nonsense, slighty humorous guide to flying Alaska from Syracuse to Ontario. Don't forget to leave your airline reviews. Preferably laden with enough praise to make us blush.

In the end, flying is all just a matter of making the most of your time in the sky before gravity remembers you. Remember, in the high-flying world of aviation, not all those who wander are lost... some are just looking for the open bar. Safe travels!