Alaska Airlines online check-in: when it opens and closes
Alaska Airlines online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 50 minutes before departure. The times change with the route, airport or fare, as the table below shows.
- Online check-in opens
- 24 hours before departure
- Online check-in closes
- 50 minutes before departure
- Where to check in
- Alaska Airlines website or mobile app
- Last verified
Open Alaska Airlines online check-in (alaskaair.com)
When does Alaska Airlines online check-in open?
Alaska Airlines online check-in opens 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
When does Alaska Airlines online check-in close?
Alaska Airlines online check-in closes 50 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Alaska Airlines check-in times by route and fare
| Applies to | Opens | Closes | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | 24 hours before | 50 minutes before | Domestic US and Hawaii flights (exceptions: King Salmon and Dillingham are 60 minutes) |
| International | 24 hours before | 60 minutes before | International flights (exception: Guadalajara is 90 minutes) |
What Alaska Airlines says
These times come from pages published by Alaska Airlines, last checked on October 30, 2026. Airlines change their rules, so confirm on the airline's page before you travel.
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Domestic US flights: 50 minutes prior to departure
Source: alaskaair.com
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starting up to 24 hours before your flight
Source: alaskaair.com
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