Saver fares
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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.
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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Saver fare FAQs
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?
Can I change, cancel, or refund a Saver fare?
No changes or refunds are allowed to Saver fares outside of our 24-hour 24-hour cancellation policy, except 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?
Seating
When will I be able to choose my seat?
Will I be able to sit with my friends?
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.
How is seating assigned for unaccompanied minors flying on a Saver fare?
Check-in/boarding
What happens if I don’t get a seat assignment when I check in?
When do Saver ticket holders board the aircraft?
What happens if I miss my flight?
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?
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?
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.