Fees & policies
Alaska Airlines fee schedule (2026)
Alaska Airlines seat selection starts at $0 for standard seats on most fares. Flight changes cost $0 (most fares). Bringing a pet in the cabin runs $100 each way. The full table below covers every optional-service fee Alaska Airlines publishes for 2026 — so there are no surprises at checkout.
Seat fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard seat selection | $0 for standard seats on most fares; Premium Class: fare-based |
| Preferred seat (front/aisle) | $15–$60 for preferred (bulkhead, front cabin, exit rows) |
| Exit row / extra legroom | $15–$45 depending on route |
Change & cancel fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Flight change fee | $0 (most fares); Saver: no changes allowed |
| Cancellation / refund | $0 for credit on most fares; Saver fares: no credit |
| Same-day change / standby | $25 for MVP; $50 for MVP Gold; $75 for others; standby free |
Other fees
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pet in cabin | $100 each way |
| Phone booking fee | $15 per person |
| Unaccompanied minor | $50 per flight segment for ages 8–17 |
Does Alaska Airlines charge a fee to select a seat?
$0 for standard seats on most fares; Premium Class: fare-based. Preferred seats near the front or with extra legroom run $15–$60 for preferred (bulkhead, front cabin, exit rows). Exit rows: $15–$45 depending on route.
What is Alaska Airlines's flight change fee?
$0 (most fares); Saver: no changes allowed. Same-day changes: $25 for MVP; $50 for MVP Gold; $75 for others; standby free. Cancellations: $0 for credit on most fares; Saver fares: no credit.
How much does Alaska Airlines charge to bring a pet in the cabin?
Alaska Airlines charges $100 each way for a pet in the cabin. Always call ahead to confirm space — most airlines limit the number of pets per flight.
Does Alaska Airlines charge a fee to book by phone?
$15 per person. Booking online or in the app avoids this charge entirely.
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Fee data verified . Fees are subject to change — confirm at Alaska Airlines's official website before booking.