Alaska Airlines positions among the top 10 airlines in the United States and is headquartered in SeaTac, Washington. The airline runs from five hubs, with a significant hub located in Seattle.
Alaska Airlines, along with its partner airlines, provides access to over 800 destinations worldwide. Certified as a 3-Star airline by Skytrax, Alaska Airlines boasts a fleet of over 330 aircraft. In 2019, the airline served over 46 million travelers, including those flown by regional partners Horizon Air and SkyWest Airlines. With routes extending to more than 116 destinations, generally across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Costa Rica, Alaska Airlines offers extensive travel options for passengers.
Alaska Airlines Booking Options
You have several options to book your ticket:
Alaska Airlines website
Calling Alaska Airlines Reservations
Using the mobile app on Android, iOS, or Amazon
Visiting an Alaska Airlines ticket office
Contact a travel agent at +1-866-410-8128.
Alaska Airlines Reservation Online
Booking Alaska Airlines reservations online through the website is a simple process. Simply go to the site, select your departure and destination cities, choose your travel dates, select a flight, and complete your booking. Payment options involve credit card, debit card, PayPal, or EMI.
To purchase a flight online with Alaska Airlines:
Visit Alaska Airlines website.
Fill in your travel details in the provided boxes
Select "Find Flights" button
Choose a flight that fits your preferences
Complete your booking and make the payment
Receive your e-ticket through email at the registered email address.
Booking online with the Alaska Mobile App
If you opt to handle your ticket booking independently, you can install the Alaska Airlines mobile app, available on Android, iOS, and Amazon platforms.The app makes booking your ticket quick and easy, requiring only a few minutes of your time.
Alaska Airlines Offline Reservations
If online booking isn't your preference, you can reserve your ticket by contacting the Alaska Airlines Reservations Number.
Alaska Airlines Special Assistance
If you require any special assistance during your travels, please:
Make your reservation well in advance and request special services during the booking process or by contacting Alaska Airlines' dedicated accessible services at [phone number].
Arrive at the airport a bit earlier than usual for your flight.
Inform Alaska Airlines staff at various points in your journey, including the check-in desk, boarding area, and on the plane, about the type of assistance you will require.
For individuals with cognitive or developmental disabilities, first-time flyers, or unaccompanied minors, consider downloading the Fly for All app from either the Apple Store or Google Play.
Alaska Airlines provides special assistance to various categories of passengers, including:
Passengers needing wheelchair assistance
Passengers with developmental and intellectual disabilities
Passengers needing visual assistance
Passengers needing hearing assistance
Passengers needing special seating
Passengers requiring an aisle chair for boarding
Passengers unable to transfer over fixed aisle armrests
Passengers traveling with a safety assistant
Passengers with an immobilized or fused leg
Passengers using a Portable Oxygen Concentrator (POC)
Passengers traveling with a service animal
Passengers traveling with medical devices
Note:
Alaska Airlines does not offer the following services:
Assistance inside the restroom
Lifting passengers
Meal assistance
Administration of medications
How to Check Your Flight Status on Alaska Airlines
To quickly check your Alaska Airlines flight status:
Visit Alaska Airlines Website
Click on "Flight Status".
Choose your preferred method:
Check by flight number: Enter your departure date and flight number.
Check by city: Enter your departure city, arrival city, and departure date.
Click "Continue".
View your flight status.
Alaska Airlines Manage Booking
The Alaska Airlines Manage Trip page empowers you to effortlessly handle various aspects of your reservation online. With this feature, you can:
Review your trip details.
Adjust your seat selection.
Upgrade your seat if desired.
Modify your flight date or time.
Cancel your flight reservation if needed.
Add extra baggage to your booking.
Utilize your confirmation code for access.
To make your Alaska Airlines reservations online:
Visit Alaska Airlines website.
Select the "Manage trip" tab (or the "Manage" tab above it).
Fill in your last name or either your 6-letter confirmation code or your e-ticket number.
Click on "Continue."
Follow the prompts to:
To check your trip details
Update your seat
Upgrade your seat
Modify your flight date or time
Cancel your flight reservation
Buy extra baggage
Use your confirmation code. You can also handle your Alaska Airlines bookings using the mobile app.
Eligibility for Online Reservation Changes
To make online changes to your reservation, make sure that the following criteria are met:
You booked your ticket directly through Alaska Airlines (online, by phone, or through a travel agent).
No one from your booking has checked in for any flight.
Your reservation does not include a Saver/Government fare.
Your reservation contains no more than 8 flight segments.
Your reservation has no more than 7 passengers.
Your reservation does not include an award ticket for travel on LATAM or Cathay Pacific.
You made a reservation within the last 13 months.
Your reservation does not involve:
Group booking
vacation package
Special assistance request
A pet booking
If your reservation does not meet these criteria, please contact Alaska Airlines Agents at +1-866-410-8128.
Alaska Airlines Cabin Classes
Alaska Airlines provides three distinct cabin configurations:
First Class
Premium Class
Main Cabin
First Class
Special Perks for First Class Passengers on Alaska Airlines include:
Complimentary access to the Alaska Lounge
Priority check-in and boarding
Expedited security screening at select airports
Two free checked bags
Dedicated flight attendant service
Free seat selection
Zero change fee
Enhanced dining options with pre-ordering available
Spacious seating with a 40-inch seat pitch
Additional amenities such as footrests, tablet holders, and cup holders on select flights
Recaro leather seats for added comfort
Access to power outlets
High-speed Wi-Fi available for purchase, along with free texting services.
Premium Class
Special Perks for Premium Class Passengers on Alaska Airlines include:
Upgrades starting at USD 15 per flight
Early boarding privileges
4 inches more legroom compared to Main Cabin seats
Spacious seatback pocket for more storage
Practical cup holder for convenience
USB and power outlets for device charging
Complimentary cocktails and hand-selected wines during the flight
Option to pre-order meals before flying
Access to fresh and local food items onboard
High-speed Wi-Fi available for purchase, along with free texting services
Inflight entertainment available for rent on coast-to-coast and Hawaii flights
Free access to movies and TV shows on personal devices.
Main Cabin (Economy Class)
Main Cabin Class on Alaska Airlines include:
Adjustable 6-way headrest for specialized comfort
Enough legroom ranging from 31 to 32 inches
Supplementary snacks and soft drinks during the flight
Fresh and locally sourced food items available for purchase
Access to USB and power outlets for charging your devices
High-speed Wi-Fi available for buying, with free texting services
In-seat power available on most seats for extra convenience.
Saver Fares
Economy fares provides:
Cost-effective rates
Similar inflight perks as Main Cabin fares
Equal bonus miles accrual
Same seating arrangements
Similar entertainment options
Same food and beverage offerings
Similar baggage allowances
How Saver Fares are Different
Alaska Airlines Saver Fares are subject to specific booking, refund, and seat selection restrictions:
Limited availability of seats at the time of purchase
Seats typically assigned during check-in
No option for seat selection during booking
Non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase
No changes permitted
Non-transferable
Assigned last boarding status
Cannot be combined with other fare types within the same itinerary
Alaska Airlines Seat Choices and Ticketing Options
Alaska Airlines provides four types of seat fares:
First Class fares on Alaska Airlines include the following benefits:
Free seat selection
Complimentary access to the Alaska Lounge
Priority boarding
No additional charge for changes
Mileage Plan Elite benefits apply
Premium Class fares on Alaska Airlines offer the following perks:
Free seat selection
Priority boarding
Complimentary access to the Alaska Lounge
Mileage Plan Elite benefits apply
Main (Standard Economy) Fares
Free seat selection
Changes allowed at no additional charge
Mileage Plan Elite benefits apply
Saver Fares with Alaska Airlines offer the following features:
No seat selection
Including carry-on bag and 1 personal item
Last boarding status
No changes allowed after purchase
Elite status Mileage Plan members enjoy priority boarding, baggage allowances, check-in benefits, and bonus miles
Alaska Airlines Seat Reservation
You can reserve a seat on Alaska Airlines by:
When purchasing your ticket
Using Alaska Airlines website (online)
Using the mobile app
Through a ticket office
By phone (refer to the section titled Alaska Airlines Reservation Phone Number)
Through select travel agencies
After booking, you can make a seat reservation on Alaska Airlines through the following methods:
Online via My Trips
Via the mobile app
Through a ticket office
By phone (refer to the section titled Alaska Airlines Reservation contact Numbers)
Through select travel agencies
At the time of checking in, you can make a seat reservation on Alaska Airlines through the following methods:
Online via the Check-in option (starts 24 hours before departure)
Via the mobile app
Physically at the airport (limited choice)
Alaska Airlines Seat Reservation for Disabled Passengers
Alaska Airlines provides specific seating accommodations to passengers with disabilities, including:
Passengers using an aisle chair for boarding the aircraft
Passengers unable to transfer over fixed aisle armrests
Passengers traveling with safety assistants
Passengers traveling with service animals
Passengers with fused or immobilized legs
Passengers using Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs)
For special seating accommodations, please call [Alaska Airlines phone number].
Helpful Reminders:
Book your special seat well in advance, either online or by calling +1-800-503-0101 (or dial 711 for relay services).
Arrive at the airport at least 120 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Inform Alaska Airlines personnel of any special requirements:
During check-in, In the boarding area, and
Once onboard the aircraft.
Alaska Airlines Frequent Flyer Program
Alaska Airlines loyalty program, Mileage Plan, provides you access to over 800 destinations worldwide via its network of global partners.
After joining Mileage Plan, you can:
Earn bonus miles for every flight taken with Alaska or its partner airlines
Access perks including: Priority check-in
Priority boarding
Free checked bags
Complimentary upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions on Alaska Airlines Reservation
Can I change or cancel my reservation with Alaska Airlines ?
Yes, Alaska Airlines allows you to change or cancel your reservation. Changes and cancellations can be initiated online via the Alaska Airlines website, through the Alaska Airlines Mobile app, or by contacting their customer service. Fees may incur depending on the fare type and timing of the change or cancellation.
Are there fees for changing my flight with Alaska Airlines ?
For most fares, Alaska Airlines incurs a fee for changing flights. However, if you booked a First Class or Main Cabin ticket, changes can be made for free of cost if done at least 60 days prior to the departure. Saver fares cannot be changed.
How do I get a refund after canceling my Alaska Airlines flight ?
Refunds can be requested online via your Alaska Airlines account or by contacting Alaska Airlines customer service. Refund eligibility depends on the fare type and the window of the cancellation. Fully refundable tickets are available for First Class and a few Main Cabin fares.
Can I use my Alaska Airlines travel credit for someone else?
No, travel credits provided by Alaska Airlines are non-transferable and can only be used by the travelers whose name is on the original ticket.
How can I reserve a seat on an Alaska Airlines flight ?
Seat reservations can be made while booking or afterwards by logging into your reservation online. Some seats, such as Premium Class or First Class, may include an additional fee.
Can I hold an Alaska Airlines reservation without payment?
Yes, Alaska Airlines permits you to hold a reservation without payment for 24 hours,