Alaska Airlines® Baggage Fees
Below is a summary of the Alaska Airlines baggage fees for most flights within the United States. The actual checked baggage fee you will pay may vary based on factors including fare class, frequent flier status, and specific route flown. Please consult Alaska’s website to determine the exact fee you will pay.
Alaska baggage fees
| Baggage category | Fee | Max Weight | Max Size (L+W+H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LugLess carry-on | $14-$39 | 25lbs | Calculate |
| First checked bag | $30 | 50lbs | 62" |
| Second checked bag | $40 | 50lbs | 62" |
| Third(+) checked bag | $100 | 50lbs | 62" |
| LugLess checked bag | $20-$45 | 50lbs | Calculate |
| Overweight bag | $100 | 51-100lb | 62" |
| Oversized bag | $100 | 50lbs | 63"-115" |
| LugLess oversized bag | $28-$55 | 75lbs | Calculate |
How to avoid Alaska baggage fees
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Alaska Airlines checked baggage fees
You will pay Alaska Airlines $30 to check your first bag and $40 to check your second bag during online check-in or at the airport for baggage weighing up to 50lbs and measuring 62″ (L+W+H) or less.
Alaska Airlines excess baggage fees
When you check excess baggage on Alaska Airlines, you will pay $75 for your third checked bag as well as for every checked bag thereafter.
Alaska Airlines overweight baggage fees
Overweight baggage on Alaska Airlines is considered any bag weighing between 50 pounds and 100 pounds. Baggage that weighs more than 100 pounds is not permitted. The fees for checking overweight baggage on Alaska are charged instead of any standard, excess or oversized baggage fees.
Alaska Airlines oversized baggage fees
Most bags with a sum of length, width, and height of between 63 and 115 inches will fall into the oversized category. Any item exceeding 115 inches in total dimensions will not be accepted. Alaska Airlines oversized baggage fees are charged in in place of to any standard, excess, or overweight fee.
Luggage shipping alternative
Instead of paying the Alaska Airlines checked baggage fees, you can ship your luggage ahead with LugLess. For as little as $20, LugLess allows you to generate a FedEx or UPS shipping label, which you can use to attach to your bag and send it directly to your destination anywhere in the US.
More information on Alaska Airlines baggage fees
The actual Alaska Airlines baggage fees will vary depending on your specific fare class, loyalty status, and other factors. For additional information on Alaska Airlines checked baggage fees, please visit Alaska’s website. Alaska Airlines® is a registered trademark of Alaska Air Group, Inc. This page was last updated on July 17, 2020. Neither LugLess, nor its parent, subsidiaries, and/or affiliates, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information contained herein.