Many airlines know that life can happen and there are times when you need to make changes to or cancel your booking. Alaska Airlines, or Alaska Air, has a 24 hour grace period from the time of your purchase, so there's no fee to worry about. Otherwise, it's $125. With all policies, there are exceptions and Alaska Air's 24 hour customer service is available if you have questions.
You've booked a great flight on Alaska Air but what if you need to change it or cancel it? You are allowed to do both in most cases but you also need to be aware of fees. This guide will give you a basic summary of their fees and show you how to make changes when needed.
Policy on Same Day Flight Changes
Same day flight changes occur when you need to change flights. You are allowed this as long as seats are available on the new flight. The fee for this is $50, except for shuttle flights and flights entirely in California, then the fee is $25.
There are eligibility rules.
And Exceptions
You can view more about their Same Day Flight Changes here https://www.alaskaair.com/content/travel-info/at-the-airport/same-day-flight-changes
Changes or Cancellations
The standard fee is $125 to change or cancel, but it is waived for
If you cancel within 24 hours of booking, then you'll receive a full refund of your unused tickets.
Changing within 24 hours of booking can still incur additional charges in the form of differences in fares and taxes. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours of your flight's departure incur the $125 fee.
Saver Fares are not allowed changes, only cancellations and refunds as outlined above.
Making the Changes or Cancellations
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