Travel Security
In order to ensure the safety and security of airline passengers, new security measures have been implemented at all U.S. airports. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has begun its transition of moving secondary screening from the gate area to security checkpoints. This means that the screening traditionally conducted at departure gates now takes place at the main security checkpoints at all U.S. airports. Anyone passing through a security checkpoint will be required to have a Boarding Pass and a government-issued photo I.D. As a result, your security experience may vary by airport. To ensure a pleasant travel experience, follow the suggestions below:
Use Web Check-In—available from 1 to 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Arrive at the airport up to two hours prior to your flight departure time to allow for increased security processing and baggage screenings. View a list of individual airport check in times.
Present your Boarding Pass and government issued photo I.D. to pass through the security checkpoint. Getting your Boarding Pass prior to security will avoid any confusion over which airports have transitioned to the new security procedure.
View a list of items not permitted in your carry-on or checked baggage.
Use any available self-service Check-In Kiosk to print a Boarding Pass if you did not use Web Check-In.
Do not leave cars left unattended near airport terminals. They will be towed.
If you are checking baggage and wish to stand by for an earlier flight, you must let the customer service agent at the ticket counter know prior to releasing your bags. Your bag must be correctly tagged.
If you have already checked your baggage but have to change your travel plans, contact a customer service agent immediately.
Show a valid government-issued photo I.D. if you are over 18 years of age at the ticket counter, at the security checkpoint, and as you board the plane.
Be prepared for random additional security screening. You and your personal belongings may be physically searched.
Limit your carry-on bags to one bag plus one personal item, such as a purse, briefcase, or laptop computer is allowed.
Do not wrap gifts and packages when carrying them onboard. All items being carried onboard are subject to a personal inspection. Wrap all gifts after you arrive at your destination or risk having to unwrap them at security.
Medical syringes are permitted in carry-on baggage for passengers with documented medical needs.
Do not leave bags unattended.
Meet and greet travelers in the baggage claim area, where the bags for your traveler's flight are delivered.
Unaccompanied minors following the current regulations are allowed to travel on Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air, codeshare and interline flights. For additional updates and advisements, visit the Children Traveling Alone page.
