How much does Alaska Airlines charge for seat selection?

Standard: Free (Main Cabin+) / Not available until check-in (Saver). Preferred: $15-$50 (closer to front, aisle/window preference). Extra Legroom: $39-$90 (Premium Class — 4 inches more legroom, leather seats, free drinks).

What happens if I don't select a seat on Alaska Airlines?

You'll be assigned a seat at check-in, typically a middle seat in the back of the plane.

Alaska Airlines Seat Selection Guide (2026)

Free standard seat selection for Main Cabin at booking. Saver fare: no advance selection, seat assigned at check-in.

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Seat Selection Fees

Seat Type	Fee
Standard	Free (Main Cabin+) / Not available until check-in (Saver)
Preferred	$15-$50 (closer to front, aisle/window preference)
Extra Legroom	$39-$90 (Premium Class — 4 inches more legroom, leather seats, free drinks)
Exit Row	$35+ (varies by route)

Free Seat Selection

Yes — Free standard seat selection for Main Cabin at booking. Saver fare: no advance selection, seat assigned at check-in.

When Can You Select a Seat?

Main Cabin: at booking. Saver: at check-in (24 hours before). MVP/MVP Gold/MVP Gold 75K: at booking for all fares.

How to Select Your Seat

During booking on alaskaair.com → Select Seats step
After booking: alaskaair.com → My Trips → Seat Selection
Alaska Airlines app → My Trips → Change Seats
At check-in (24 hours before departure)
At airport kiosk or counter

Tips for the Best Seats

Premium Class starts at $15 and includes 4 extra inches of legroom plus free beer/wine/cocktails on flights over 350 miles
All paid seats open up free 24 hours before departure for Saver fares
MVP Gold and above get complimentary upgrades to Premium Class within 2 hours of departure
If you don't select a seat on Saver, you'll be assigned one at check-in

Frequently Asked Questions

Is seat selection free on Alaska Airlines?: Free standard seat selection for Main Cabin at booking. Saver fare: no advance selection, seat assigned at check-in.
How much does Alaska Airlines charge for seat selection?: Standard: Free (Main Cabin+) / Not available until check-in (Saver). Preferred: $15-$50 (closer to front, aisle/window preference). Extra Legroom: $39-$90 (Premium Class — 4 inches more legroom, leather seats, free drinks).
When can I select a seat on Alaska Airlines?: Main Cabin: at booking. Saver: at check-in (24 hours before). MVP/MVP Gold/MVP Gold 75K: at booking for all fares.
What happens if I don't select a seat on Alaska Airlines?: You'll be assigned a seat at check-in, typically a middle seat in the back of the plane.