Alaska Airlines from Vancouver to North Central West Virginia Airport

So, you're taking the adventurous leap and planning to fly from cosmopolitan Vancouver to North Central West Virginia Airport, by traversing the grand expanse of North America. And, you're ideally considering Alaska Airlines, the airline that befits your jet-set lifestyle and penchant for traversing the snow-capped terrains of Alaska. Well, aren't we ambitious? You might not be aware (or care), but Alaska is the largest state in the USA. Why, it’s actually over twice the size of Texas. God bless America!

Alright, let's get to the nitty-gritty, the flights (and no, we don’t mean downing shots at a local bar). When searching for flights, the smart traveler always acknowledges the cardinal rule - the 'best time to book'. Right, like that's something we can really gauge in an industry notorious for whimsically hiking and lowering their prices. But you know, keep a watchful eye on those fluctuating airfares at 2 am on a Tuesday. Oh joy!

Now, moving on to the roulette of direct flights, one-way, round-trip, non-stop... can anyone spot a pattern here? No? Okay, neither can I. Sadly, life isn’t always full of non-stop jet-set adventures. Sometimes, you are in the unenviable position of partaking in the glorious ritual known colloquially as the 'layover'. We all know this means getting overly acquainted with airport carpet patterns and duty-free perfume samples while dreaming about those elusive direct flights.

When it comes to seats, you get the crème de la crème of choices - from the opulent first class and business class, the slightly less snooty premium economy to the humble (cramped) economy class. So, take your pick based on how much room you prefer between your knees and the person’s seat in front. Don’t forget your baggage allowance! Remember, the airline is practically begging you to ‘forget’ something so they can slap you with an overweight fee. And while you're at it, why not join their mileage program because who doesn't love the illusion of free flights and those tantalizing frequent flyer points?

Now let's talk about in-flight services, shall we? Oh, the joy of watching slightly-outdated movies, feasting upon meals that redefine your concept of gourmet, and being at the mercy of flight attendants who occasionally sprinkle water on you as if you’re a parched plant in a desert. And don’t forget about those cute little restroom stalls...if you can manage to contort yourself to fit.

Now, if you need to cancel (God forbid), better arm yourself with a working knowledge of the flight cancellation policy. Let's just say that in the grand scheme of things, airlines wishing to return your money is right up there with unicorns prancing in your backyard.

So, brave wanderer, as you prepare to take to the sky, remember to review the flight schedule, check the airline reviews and perhaps pray to the gods of air travel fortune (if there are any). And before you slip in to your airplane mode, remember the charming Red-eye flight, because who doesn’t love trying to sleep upright with a snoring neighbor and the subtlety of cabin lights dimming?

To quote the infamous in-flight instruction: "Please fasten your seatbelt". Good luck!