Carry On

Alaska Airlines baggage policy and allowance

The full Alaska Airlines baggage allowance on one page. Checked bags can measure up to 62 in (157.5 cm) in total and weigh up to 50 lb (22.7 kg). The carry-on limit is 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) and the personal item limit is 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm). Checked bag: Not included on the cheapest fare.

Checked bag size
62 in
157.5 cm · length + width + height
Checked bag weight
50 lb
22.7 kg
Carry-on limit
22 × 14 × 9 in
No published weight limit
Free checked bags
Not included on the cheapest fare

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Rules to know

  • Dimensions include wheels, handles and outside pockets.
  • No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
  • No published weight limit. You must be able to lift the bag into the overhead bin yourself.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Alaska Airlines checked bag size limit?

Each checked bag can measure up to 62 in (157.5 cm) in total (length + width + height), including wheels and handles.

What is the Alaska Airlines checked bag weight limit?

The standard limit is 50 lb (22.7 kg) per bag in economy. Heavier bags pay an overweight fee, and bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are usually refused.

How many free checked bags does Alaska Airlines include?

None on the cheapest fare. You pay to add a checked bag, and it is cheapest when you add it during booking.

How much are Alaska Airlines baggage fees?

Fees depend on the route, the fare and when you pay. Adding a bag during booking is almost always cheaper than at the airport. The official Alaska Airlines page lists current prices.

What is the Alaska Airlines hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm), and you can also bring a personal item up to 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm).

What counts as a personal item on Alaska Airlines?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm).

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Alaska Airlines baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy