Carry-on luggage
When traveling with us, you're allowed one carry-on bag plus one personal item,
such as a purse, briefcase or laptop computer. At least one of the items should be
stowed under the seat in front of you, and you'll also need to be able to lift your
own bag into the overhead bin.
Carry-on bag size
The carry-on bag size limit for flights on all aircraft types is to 22'' x 14'' x 9'' - these dimensions
include the wheels and handles. Be sure to measure your bag carefully before you fly.
You'll still be allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop bag.
To help make the boarding process as smooth as possible for everyone, make sure that your items are
within the size limits described below, so they'll fit into the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Please refer to our Batteries and Electronics page for information about Smart bags, Self-Propelled bags,
eBags, and bags that can charge electronic devices.
One small personal item such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop bag, and medically necessary items will be
allowed on board.
One piece of carry-on sized luggage (maximum dimension 22" x 14" x 9" or 45 linear inches,
including wheels and handle) will be allowed free of charge.
How can I measure my carry-on bag to
make sure it fits?
To help you confirm your luggage size, there are bag sizers at airport locations that feature the 22" x 14" x 9"
dimensions.
Before you leave for the airport, please measure your bag to make sure that the body of the bag itself, along
with the wheels and handles, are 22" x 14" x 9" or less.
All 3 measurements – length + height + width - may not add up to more than 45 inches. If you have a soft-sided
or expandable suitcase, you may want to measure your suitcase again once you’ve packed it, to make sure it still
fits within the limit. Here are a few tips to help you pack your carry-on "This indicates a link to an external site that may not follow the same accessibility or privacy policies as Alaska Airlines. By selecting a partner link you agree to share your data with these sites." like a pro.
Place an identification tag inside your bag.
In the rare event that your bag is misplaced, this free downloadable tag will make the identification and return
process quicker. Simply complete the form and place it inside your bag.
| Checked Baggage | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| for bags that weigh up to 50 lb and have a maximum dimension of 62" (linear). |
*During peak travel periods, we 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.
Baggage fee waivers apply for select guests, including Alaska Airlines credit card holders, Elite level Mileage
Plan members, and US military personnel.
Any baggage (including baggage checked free of charge) which exceeds the size or weight allowance, is subject
to the additional fees outlined below. Exception: Sporting equipment.
More than one fee may apply to a bag. For example, the checked bag fee + oversize fee.
| Oversize or overweight baggage | Bags that weigh 51-100 lb | Bags with linear dimension of 63-115" (linear) |
|---|---|---|
| $100 | $150 |
No single piece of checked baggage may weigh more than 100 pounds and/or exceed 115" (linear). Contact
Alaska Air Cargo at 1-800-225-2752 for assistance with any items that exceed the checked baggage limitation. Exception: Musical instruments.
Please refer to our Batteries and Electronics page for information about Smart bags, Self-Propelled bags,
eBags, and bags that can charge electronic devices.
Getting your bags to the airport
Baggage acceptance hours vary by airport — When you check bags on our flights, you must make sure that
all of your checked luggage has been received by the airline and a valid boarding pass is received no later than
the specific check-in cut-off time for your departure airport.
In order to ensure your bags are turned over in time, you’ll need to be in line to drop your bag well before the
cut-off. Please refer to our airport guides for ticket counter hours and recommended arrival times at your
departure airport.
Please keep in mind that we are unable to accept your baggage outside of these times, or more than 4 hours
prior to the departure of your flight.
Please Note: Due to restrictions for US Customs pre-clearance, Vancouver (YVR) can only accept bags three
hours prior to departure. Calgary (YYC) can only accept bags two hours prior to departure.
Travel that includes multiple flights
If your trip includes more than one flight on Alaska Airlines and/or one of our airline partners, we will check
your bags 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.
Additional baggage fees may apply.
Travel that includes multiple airlines or tickets
If you're traveling on more than one airline, your baggage fees and rules may be determined by the other airline.
Please check your ticket, or call Alaska Airlines Reservations at 1-800-252-7522 to help determine which airline
rules and fees apply to your journey.
If your travel includes more than one ticket, each ticket is considered a separate journey. Baggage will only be
checked to the final destination on the first ticket. Please allow enough time to collect your baggage and re-check
in with the next airline. Checked baggage will not be transferred on to your next flight that's on a separate
ticket. Baggage fees for each carrier may apply.
