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Saver fare is Alaska’s save-a-lot-of-cash travel experience that provides Main cabin benefits, like comfortable seats and a free carry-on, but excludes seat selection and limits changeability.

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How is Saver fare different than Main Cabin?

Saver fare includes many travel benefits of Main cabin, with some restrictions. Seats are assigned at check-in, fewer miles are earned for your travel, and flight cancels are limited.

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Bring your carry-on bag plus one personal item, such as a purse, briefcase or laptop bag. Find storage space in overhead bins, or under the seat in front of you.

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Saver fare FAQs

Limitations Purchasing Seating Check-in/boarding Baggage/carry-ons Accessible services For Mileage Plan™ members Flight delays, cancellations, and schedule changes

Limitations

Saver fares do include some limitations on booking, refunds, changes, and seat selection.

  • Seats will be assigned at check-in.
  • We can't guarantee that parties of two or more will be seated together.
  • No changes, including same-day confirmed changes, are allowed for Saver fares.
  • No standby is allowed for Saver fares, even for elite status guests.
  • If a guest is a no-show for any flight during a trip, all other flights within that trip are automatically canceled, with no refund available.
  • Saver fares cannot be combined with any other fare types on the same itinerary.
  • Saver fares are non-transferable.

Purchasing

How do I purchase a Saver fare?

Saver fares are available at alaskaair.com, Alaska Airlines reservations, and participating travel agencies. Saver fares are available on selected routes and may not be available on all flights; Saver fare inventory may be limited. Check alaskaair.com for availability.

Can I change, cancel, or refund a Saver fare?

No changes or refunds are allowed to Saver fares outside of our 24-hour cancellation policy. For tickets purchased on or after July 19, 2023, Saver fares are eligible for a 50% credit if cancelled at least 14 days before departure of the first flight on the ticket.

No same-day standby or same-day confirmed changes are allowed on Saver fares, regardless of Mileage Plan elite status.

How do I know I have a Saver ticket?

Saver tickets appear as fare class (X) on your flight confirmation details.

Seating

When will I be able to choose my seat?

You will be assigned a seat when you check in.

 Will I be able to sit with my friends?

Saver seating is limited, and we cannot guarantee that groups will sit together. We don't recommend the Saver fare for parties of two or more.

 Can I purchase a seat in Premium Class with a Saver fare?

Yes. At this time, you can only purchase Premium Class seats (if available) with a Saver fare while booking at alaskaair.com. Premium Class seats may also be available for purchase on the day of departure at the check-in kiosk or airport ticket counter/gate.

Note: If you purchase a Premium Class seat with a Saver fare, Saver fare restrictions still apply.

 Can I upgrade to First Class on a Saver fare?

For flights departing on or after July 19, 2023: Paid upgrades may be available for purchase on the day of departure at the airport. If you purchase a paid upgrade with a Saver fare, Saver fare restrictions still apply.

Complimentary upgrades for Mileage Plan elites may be available 2 hours prior to departure. Upgrades with miles are not allowed with a Saver fare.

 Can I get a refund for my Premium or First Class seat?

Once purchased, no refunds are allowed for Premium Class seat purchases or First Class paid upgrades.

 How is seating assigned for unaccompanied minors flying on a Saver fare?

See our official policy on unaccompanied minors.

Check-in/boarding

What happens if I don't get a seat assignment when I check in?

If you don't get a seat when you check in, your seat will be automatically assigned at the gate.

 When do Saver ticket holders board the aircraft?

Saver fare ticket holders board last, in boarding group E.

 What happens if I miss my flight?

If you miss your flight while traveling on a Saver fare, all segments on your itinerary will be automatically canceled and the total fare will be forfeited.

 If my seat is in Premium Class or First Class, do I still board last?

If you purchased a Premium Class seat or a paid upgrade to First Class, you may board the aircraft according to your seat selection.

Note: Check your boarding pass for your boarding group.

Baggage/carry-ons

What's my carry-on allowance with a Saver fare?

The carry-on allowance is the same as Main fares.

Note: Saver fare holders board the aircraft last (Group F). Overhead bin space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information, see our carry-on luggage policy.

 What's my checked baggage allowance with a Saver fare?

The checked baggage allowance is the same as Main fares. For more information, see our checked baggage policy.

Accessibility services

I have a disability that limits my seating options when I travel. Can I still purchase a Saver ticket?

Yes. Certain seats are reserved for guests with disabilities. Call Alaska reservations after you've booked your flight to request a seat assignment. Your request must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled flight.

For more information, see accessible travel services.

 I need additional time and assistance to board the flight. Can I still pre-board with a Saver fare?

Yes. Notify the gate agent if you need additional time to board the aircraft.

For more information, see accessible travel services.

 I use a collapsible wheelchair or other assistive medical device. Can I carry it on with a Saver fare?

Yes. You may carry your assistive device aboard. For more information, see accessible travel services.

For Mileage Plan™ members

Will I earn miles on a Saver fare?

Yes, for Saver fare for flights departing before July 19, 2023, Saver fares will earn 1 mile for every 1 mile flown. For flights booked on or after May 22, 2023, departing on or after July 19, 2023, Saver fares will earn 30% of the actual miles flown.

 As an elite Mileage Plan member, what benefits do I receive on a Saver fare?

You may board according to your status. Baggage fees are still waived according to your status, and you'll receive the same refreshments and inflight entertainment. Existing elite bonuses apply.

Note: All other Saver rules and restrictions apply. Saver fare cancel, change, or refund policies apply for all elites who purchase a Saver fare.

 Am I eligible for complimentary upgrades on a Saver fare?

Prior to July 19, 2023, elites with Saver fare will not be eligible for complimentary upgrades.

For flights booked on or after May 22, 2023, departing on or after July 19, 2023, elites with Saver fares are eligible for complimentary upgrades to Premium Class seating or First Class within 2 hours prior to departure only, if available.

As an elite Mileage Plan member flying on a Saver fare, do I have access to elite status seats?

No. You will not have access to elite status seats (certain seats behind Premium Class or in the exit rows).

 Can I use a Money and Miles award to book a Saver fare?

No, you cannot use the Money and Miles award with a Saver fare.

Flight delays, cancellations, and schedule changes

What happens if I'm flying on a Saver fare and my flight is delayed or canceled?

If your flight is delayed or canceled, you will be provided the same choices as a guest on a Main fare. See our customer service commitment for more details.

 What happens if I book a Saver fare and then Alaska changes my itinerary or reschedules the flight?

We will accommodate you on a different flight, and waive any change or cancellation fees. See our customer service commitment for more details.