Found a typo or need to update your name on an Alaska Airlines ticket? Preventing boarding issues starts with understanding their name change policy. Alaska Airlines offers options for both minor corrections and full name transfers—here’s everything you should know.
✍️ Name Corrections vs. Name Transfers
Minor Name Corrections
- Correct typos or small errors—up to three letters, reversed first/last name, missing middle names—free of charge when using waiver code ASNC (for travel agents)
- Examples include “Britny” → “Britney”, “John” → “Jon”, or “DOE/John” → “JOHN/Doe”
Major Name Changes / Transfers
- Tickets can be transferred to a new name (e.g. someone else traveling), but only if the ticket is unused .
- A $125 transfer fee applies, plus any fare difference though Waived for Alaska Mileage Plan Gold members .
⏱️ Timing & Eligibility
- Name changes allowed only on unused tickets, and cannot be applied after any travel segment has been flown
- Minor corrections must be done before departure; only one per ticket using ASNC waiver
- Ticket must be reissued during the same transaction when applying the waiver; otherwise additional fees may apply .
💵 Fees & Exceptions
- Minor corrections: no charge if done correctly with waiver code; second correction may trigger fee .
- Major transfers: $125 transfer fee plus fare difference—waived only for Gold members
🛠️ How to Request a Name Change
For Minor Corrections:
- Contact Alaska via phone or a travel agent with GDS access, apply the ASNC waiver code, and reissue the ticket
For Major Name Transfers:
- Use a GDS or call Alaska’s inside sales desk or travel agent to change to a new passenger, pay the $125 fee plus any fare difference
Need Help?
- Contact customer care at 1‑800‑252‑7522 (reservations) or 1‑800‑327‑2755 (inside sales)
✅ Tips & Best Practices
- Act early—don’t wait until the last minute. Name changes are only allowed on unused tickets
- Use your full legal name as on ID to avoid future issues Only one minor correction per ticket using the ASNC waiver—additional edits may mean fees
- Gold members can transfer tickets without the $125 fee—it pays to elite status
📌 Final Thoughts
Alaska Airlines gives you flexibility when correcting name errors—but timing, waiver usage, and fare type matter. Minor fixes are usually free, and Gold-status travelers enjoy waived transfer fees. For everything else, prepare to pay $125 plus any fare difference.
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👉 Alaska Airlines Name Change Policy
