Alaska Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Alaska Airlines allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags start at $45 for the first bag in domestic economy.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Alaska Airlines (AS) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 22x14x9 inches, no weight limit |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Includes purse, briefcase, or laptop bag. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Saver/Main Cabin: 0 bags. First Class: 2 bags (70 lbs each). |
| First Bag Fee | $45 domestic |
| Second Bag Fee | $55 domestic |
| Overweight Fee | $100 for bags 51-100 lbs |
| Oversized Fee | $150 for bags 63-115 linear inches |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Most sports equipment (golf, skis, fishing) flies as a standard checked bag. Overweight/oversize fees waived for many items if under 100 lbs.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments allowed as carry-on. Checked instruments subject to standard fees, up to 150 linear inches on limited-release basis.
International Rules
Asia/Oceania: 2 free bags (50 lbs). Europe: 1 free bag, 2nd bag $100 USD.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Get the Alaska Airlines Visa card for a free first checked bag. 2. Fly wholly within Alaska for 3 free checked bags. 3. Achieve MVP elite status for free checked bags. 4. Bring a case of pineapples from Hawaii for free.
Unique Nuances
Passengers traveling from Hawaii to the continental U.S. may check one box of pineapples for free. Mileage Plan members can bring a case of wine for free from select airports. Passengers traveling wholly within Alaska get 3 free checked bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Alaska Airlines charge for checked bags?
- Alaska Airlines charges $45 domestic for the first checked bag and $55 domestic for the second bag.
- What is Alaska Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?
- Alaska Airlines carry-on allowance: 22x14x9 inches, no weight limit. 1 personal item. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Includes purse, briefcase, or laptop bag.
- Does Alaska Airlines include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Alaska Airlines does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Saver/Main Cabin: 0 bags. First Class: 2 bags (70 lbs each).
- What is Alaska Airlines's overweight baggage fee?
- $100 for bags 51-100 lbs
- Can I bring sports equipment on Alaska Airlines?
- Most sports equipment (golf, skis, fishing) flies as a standard checked bag. Overweight/oversize fees waived for many items if under 100 lbs.
- What are Alaska Airlines baggage fees?
- Alaska Airlines baggage fees are $45 domestic for the first checked bag and $55 domestic for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $100 for bags 51-100 lbs. Asia/Oceania: 2 free bags (50 lbs). Europe: 1 free bag, 2nd bag $100 USD.