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Alaska Airlines Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Alaska Airlines official website

Quick Answer

Alaska Airlines allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags start at $45 for the first bag in domestic economy.

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size22x14x9 inches, no weight limit
Personal Item1 personal item. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Includes purse, briefcase, or laptop bag.

Checked Baggage Fees

ItemFee / Details
Included BagsSaver/Main Cabin: 0 bags. First Class: 2 bags (70 lbs each).
1st Checked Bag$45 domestic
2nd Checked Bag$55 domestic
Overweight Fee$100 for bags 51-100 lbs
Oversized Fee$150 for bags 63-115 linear inches
Max Weight23 kg per bag
Max Dimensions158 cm linear (L+W+H)

International Baggage Rules

Asia/Oceania: 2 free bags (50 lbs). Europe: 1 free bag, 2nd bag $100 USD.

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.

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

  1. 1Get the Alaska Airlines Visa card for a free first checked bag.
  2. 2Fly wholly within Alaska for 3 free checked bags.
  3. 3Achieve MVP elite status for free checked bags.
  4. 4Bring a case of pineapples from Hawaii for free.

Did You Know?

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.

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