Alaska Airlines provides guidelines for name corrections to ensure that passenger details on tickets match the traveler's government-issued identification. The airline allows for certain types of name changes and corrections but maintains strict policies to uphold aviation security and ticket integrity.
Minor name corrections are generally permitted when the change does not result in a different individual using the ticket. These minor corrections may include fixing spelling errors, reversing the order of first and last names, adding or removing a middle name or initial, or correcting a legal name due to documentation inconsistencies. All name corrections must reflect the name as it appears on the traveler’s official ID or passport.
Full name changes that would effectively transfer the ticket to a new individual are not allowed. Alaska Airlines tickets are non-transferable, and a new ticket must be purchased in the name of the new traveler if the original person cannot travel. However, legal name changes resulting from marriage, divorce, or court orders may be accommodated if sufficient legal documentation is provided to validate the request.
Passengers seeking to make a name correction must contact Alaska Airlines directly or go through the original point of purchase if the ticket was booked through a travel agency. Requests should be submitted as early as possible, preferably before check-in opens, to ensure that the correction can be processed in time for travel. Delays in requesting corrections may limit the airline’s ability to accommodate the change, especially if the flight is departing soon.
Corrections involving Mileage Plan accounts should also be aligned with the corrected name. Travelers are encouraged to update their loyalty account details to ensure consistency across all travel documentation and future bookings. If a name correction is made on a ticket, and the Mileage Plan account still shows the incorrect name, mileage credit could be affected.
Fees may apply for certain types of name corrections, especially if the correction affects the Passenger Name Record (PNR) or if reissuing the ticket is necessary. Alaska Airlines customer service will provide information about any applicable charges at the time the request is made. The exact fee can vary depending on the nature of the correction and whether the itinerary includes travel on partner airlines.
Itineraries involving codeshare or interline partners are subject to the policies of the operating carrier. Alaska Airlines may not be able to process name corrections on partner airline segments and in such cases, the traveler must work directly with the other carrier or rebook the itinerary altogether. Name consistency across all legs of a trip is required for smooth travel and boarding procedures.
Passengers are encouraged to thoroughly review all personal information when booking a flight to prevent issues related to name discrepancies. Spotting and correcting errors early can save time, minimize stress, and avoid complications at check-in or security checkpoints.
Alaska Airlines regularly updates its policies to reflect regulatory requirements and internal changes. For the most accurate and current information, passengers should consult the airline’s official website or speak with a customer service representative who can guide them through the name correction process.