2026 checked bag fees
Alaska Airlines baggage fees
On flights within North America, the first checked bag on Alaska costs $45 and the second $55.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
Same price at the airport
Same price at the airport
Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total
Saver: $45 for the first
Quick answer
On flights within North America, the first checked bag on Alaska costs $45 and the second $55. A carry-on and personal item are free on every Alaska fare.
- 1st checked bag
- $45 (Same price at the airport)
- 2nd checked bag
- $55 (Same price at the airport)
- Weight limit
- 50 lb (Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total)
- Cheapest fare
- No free bags (Saver: $45 for the first)
What will my bags cost on Alaska?
- 1st bag on Main$45
- Each way, per traveler$45
Alaska checked bag fees
Prices one way, per traveler, on flights within North America.
On Main
| Bag | Paid online | At the airport |
|---|---|---|
| 1st bag | $45 | $45 |
| 2nd bag | $55 | $55 |
| 3rd bag and up | $200 | $200 |
Free checked bags by fare
- SaverNone
- MainNone
- First Class2 bags
Each bag up to 50 lb (23 kg) and 62 in (158 cm) in total.
Overweight and oversize bags
Charged per bag, each way, on top of any bag fee.
- Overweight: 51–70 lb$100
- Overweight: 71–100 lb$200
- Oversize: 63–115 in (length + width + height)$200
How to avoid Alaska bag fees
Who checks bags free
- Atmos Rewards Ascent, Summit and Business cardmembers: first bag free for you and up to 6 companions
- Atmos Rewards status: Silver 1 free bag, Gold 2, Platinum and Titanium 3
- oneworld Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald members
- Club 49 members: 2 free bags
Ways to pay less
- • Pay ahead online when the airline charges more at the airport.
- • Weigh your bag at home: going over 50 lb can cost more than a second bag.
- • Travel carry-on only: check the Alaska carry-on size.
Alaska vs. other U.S. airlines
On regular economy fares, one way, in U.S. dollars.
| Airline | 1st bag | 2nd bag | Free bags (regular fare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| American Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Delta Air Lines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| United Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneEconomy |
| Southwest Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneChoice |
| JetBlue | $39–$49 | $59–$69 | NoneMain (formerly Blue) |
| Hawaiian Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Frontier Airlines | $29–$63 | $59–$86 | NoneStandard fare |
| Allegiant Air | $20–$50 | $20–$50 | NoneStandard fare |
| Sun Country Airlines | $34–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
| Breeze Airways | $35–$41 | $45 | NoneNice (standard fare) |
| Avelo Airlines | $40–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
- Alaska Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- American Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Delta Air Lines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- United Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Economy
- Southwest Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Choice
- JetBlue
- 1st bag
- $39–$49
- 2nd bag
- $59–$69
- Free bags
- None · Main (formerly Blue)
- Hawaiian Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Frontier Airlines
- 1st bag
- $29–$63
- 2nd bag
- $59–$86
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Allegiant Air
- 1st bag
- $20–$50
- 2nd bag
- $20–$50
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Sun Country Airlines
- 1st bag
- $34–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Breeze Airways
- 1st bag
- $35–$41
- 2nd bag
- $45
- Free bags
- None · Nice (standard fare)
- Avelo Airlines
- 1st bag
- $40–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
Compare Alaska with another airline
Alaska baggage FAQ
On flights within North America, the first checked bag on Alaska costs $45 and the second $55.
Airports Alaska flies from
Airport guides with transit, terminals, lounges and parking.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees as published for tickets bought from April 10, 2026. Airlines change bag fees often, so confirm the price for your trip when you book.
- Alaska Airlines: official baggage information
- Upgraded Points: Alaska Airlines baggage fees (updated Jun 10, 2026)
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