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Yes, you can check your bag at the airport when flying with Alaska Airlines. You can check in at the airport self-service kiosk from 40 minutes to 4 hours before the scheduled departure time and receive a printed boarding pass. You can also check in at the ticket counter during this time. Baggage fees can be paid during online check-in, at a bag tag station, or at any airport ticket counter. It is important to note that checked baggage may not weigh more than 100 pounds and must be dropped at the airport baggage drop before the check-in deadline.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Check-in time | Between 1 and 24 hours before departure |
| Baggage fees | $35 for the first bag, $45 for the second |
| Weight limit | No single piece of checked baggage may weigh more than 100 pounds |
| Linear limit | No single piece of checked baggage may exceed 115" |
| Multi-flight trips | Bags will be checked to the final destination if fewer than 18 hours between flights |
| Multi-airline trips | Baggage fees and rules may be determined by the other airline |
| Bag drop | Bags must be dropped at the airport baggage drop before the check-in deadline |
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Check-in times for bag drop-off
Checking in your bags with Alaska Airlines can be done anytime between 1 and 24 hours before your scheduled departure. You can check in online, on your phone or tablet with the Alaska Airlines mobile app, or at the airport. If you are checking in at the airport, you can pay for your checked baggage charges at the kiosks or Bag Tag Stations up to 4 hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. After paying, you can then head to the bag drop area with your tagged bags.
Please note that baggage acceptance hours vary by airport. For example, Vancouver (YVR) can only accept bags 3 hours prior to departure, and Calgary (YYC) can only accept bags 2 hours prior to departure. To ensure your bags are turned over in time, you need to be in line to drop your bag well before the cut-off time. Check your departure airport's specific guidelines for recommended arrival times.
If you are travelling with a pet that will be flying in the baggage compartment, you must be in the bag drop line well before the cut-off time. Pets can be checked up to 2 hours prior to departure.
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Baggage fees
When travelling with Alaska Airlines, you are allowed 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item, such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop. The carry-on bag must not exceed 22" x 14" x 9" or 45 linear inches (including wheels and handles).
If you are checking bags, you can pay the fees during online check-in, at a bag tag station, or at any airport ticket counter. The first checked bag costs $35, and the second bag costs $45. During peak travel periods, Alaska Airlines may limit the number of bags that can be checked per passenger. Certain items, such as strollers, car seats, and mobility aids, are exempt from baggage charges.
If your trip includes multiple flights on Alaska Airlines or one of their partner airlines, your bags will be checked to the final destination on your ticket as long as there are fewer than 18 hours between flights. If you will be in the connecting city for 18 hours or longer, you will need to claim and re-check your baggage, and additional baggage fees may apply. When your travel includes more than one airline, your baggage fees and rules will be determined by the other airline.
Baggage fee waivers apply for select guests, including Alaska Airlines credit card holders, Elite level Mileage Plan members, and US military personnel. If you are an Alaska Airlines Visa Signature cardholder, you can benefit from a free checked bag, priority boarding, and 20% back on Alaska Airlines inflight purchases.
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Baggage weight and size restrictions
Alaska Airlines allows 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item (such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop bag) per passenger free of charge. The carry-on bag should not exceed 45 linear inches (22 x 14 x 9 in) or 115 centimetres (61 x 43 x 25 cm), including handles and wheels. These items must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you. It's important to note that bulkhead seats do not have under-seat storage, so all carry-on baggage must be stored in the overhead bins during take-off and landing.
Regarding checked baggage, fees are determined by various factors, including the type of fare purchased, your destination, your status with Alaska Airlines' frequent flyer program, and whether you have an Alaska Airlines-sponsored credit/charge card. The standard checked baggage fee is $35 for the first bag and $45 for the second. Alaska Airlines will charge $100 for the third and additional bags.
For bags that exceed the standard weight and size limits, additional fees apply. Bags weighing 51 to 100 pounds (24 to 46 kilograms) will incur a $100 extra charge per bag. Bags exceeding 100 pounds (46 kilograms) will not be accepted as checked baggage. Additionally, bags measuring 63 to 115 linear inches (160 to 292 centimetres) will be charged an extra $100, and bags exceeding 115 linear inches (292 centimetres) will not be accepted as checked baggage.
Certain items, such as strollers, car seats, mobility aids, and sporting equipment, are exempt from standard baggage charges but may be subject to associated fees. Musical instruments are also exempt from weight and size restrictions, and special considerations apply for batteries and electronic devices.
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Connecting flights
If your trip includes more than one flight on Alaska Airlines and/or one of their airline partners, your bags will be checked to your final destination as long as there are fewer than 18 hours between flights. If you will be in the connecting city for 18 hours or longer, you will need to claim and re-check your baggage. Additional baggage fees may apply. If you are travelling on more than one airline, your baggage fees and rules will be determined by the other airline.
If your trip includes Alaska Airlines flights 5000–5249 (operated by Qantas), 5250–5499, 5650–5699, 8500–8800 (operated by British Airways), 5500–5549 (operated by Air Tahiti Nui), 5550–5649 (operated by Icelandair), 5700–5999 (operated by Qatar), 6000–6999 (operated by American), 7210–7309 (operated by STARLUX), 7310–7609 (operated by Japan Airlines), 7610–7709 (operated by Finnair), 7710–7849 (operated by Iberia), 8000–8199, 8201–8499 (operated by Hawaiian Airlines), or 8801–9000 (operated by Condor), different baggage fees and rules may apply. Certain items, such as strollers, car seats, and mobility aids are exempt from baggage charges.
You can pay for checked baggage charges online, at a bag tag station, or at any airport ticket counter up to four hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. Then, head to the bag drop area with your tagged bags. Make sure to check the ticket counter hours for your airport, as they may not open until closer to your departure time. For example, due to restrictions for US Customs pre-clearance, Vancouver (YVR) can only accept bags 3 hours prior to departure, and Calgary (YYC) can only accept bags 2 hours prior to departure.
Checked baggage will not be transferred onto your next flight if it is on a separate ticket. You must allow enough time to collect your baggage and re-check in with the next airline.
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Self-service kiosks
You will be asked about your checked baggage, and you can input the number of bags you want to check. You will then need to confirm the number of bags and verify that you will pay the fees for each bag. You can pay these fees at the kiosk using a credit or debit card. If you do not have a credit or debit card, you can use a prepaid debit card.
Once you have checked in and paid for your bags, you will need to head to the bag drop area with your tagged bags. Your airline will have an employee available to help you attach baggage tags and place your bags on the conveyor belt. You will receive your luggage claim tags, often as stickers.
It is important to note that baggage acceptance hours vary by airport, so you must ensure that your checked luggage has been received by the airline by the specific check-in cut-off time for your departure airport. You should refer to your airline's airport guides for ticket counter hours and recommended arrival times.
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Frequently asked questions
You can check in your bag at the airport self-service kiosk from 40 minutes to 4 hours before the scheduled departure time. The minimum check-in time is 45 minutes at Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Philadelphia, and 60 minutes for non-US (international) locations.
The first bag costs $35, and the second bag costs $45.
No single piece of checked baggage may weigh more than 100 pounds and/or exceed 115" (linear).
