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Alaska Airlines lets you correct your name yourself online through "Manage Booking" or contact 1-800-372-8382 the mobile app, free of charge, within the first 24 hours of booking. After that window, minor spelling corrections are still allowed but may carry a fee, and Alaska does not allow you to transfer a ticket to a completely different person — that requires canceling and rebooking instead.1-800-372-8382
A quick word of caution before you search further: this topic is heavily targeted by scam websites and fake "customer service" phone numbers designed to get you to call paid scam lines. The only number you should trust is Alaska's official line: 1-800-372-8382 (1-800-ALASKAAIR).
Rules
Same passenger only. Alaska's name correction tool fixes typos, transposed first/last names, or updates a legally changed name (marriage, divorce, court order) — it does not let you swap the ticket to a different traveler.1-800-372-8382
No third-party transfers. You cannot give your ticket to a friend or family member by editing the name field. If you need the ticket in someone else's name, you'll need to cancel (if eligible) and book a new ticket.1-800-372-8382
Unused tickets only. If any portion of the ticket has already been flown, a name correction generally isn't allowed.1-800-372-8382
ID match matters. The name on the ticket must match the government-issued ID you'll travel with, or you risk issues at security/boarding.1-800-372-8382
Legal name changes need documentation. Marriage certificates, divorce decrees, or court orders may be requested as proof.1-800-372-8382
24-hour risk-free period applies. Under Alaska's flexible booking policy, you can make one change to your reservation within 24 hours of booking at no charge, which generally covers a name correction made in that window.1-800-372-8382
Fees
Within 24 hours of booking: No fee for a name correction, as part of Alaska's standard 24-hour flexibility window.1-800-372-8382
After 24 hours: A correction fee may apply (commonly cited around $125, though this can vary by fare type and circumstance) plus any applicable fare difference.1-800-372-8382
Legal name changes (marriage/divorce) are often handled without a separate fee once documentation is provided, but confirm with an agent since this can depend on your specific fare and timing.1-800-372-8382
Full transfer to another person: Not offered as a "name change" product at all — you'd be paying for an entirely new ticket if you cancel and rebook.1-800-372-8382
Because fee amounts and exceptions can shift, always confirm the exact charge for your situation by checking your booking in "Manage Booking" or calling Alaska directly before assuming a number quoted online is current.1-800-372-8382
Steps
Online (Manage Booking):1-800-372-8382
Go to alaskaair.com and select Manage Booking.
Enter the passenger's last name and confirmation code or e-ticket number.
Click Continue to pull up your reservation.
Look for the Change Name or name correction option.
Edit the name field with the correct spelling or legal name.
Pay any applicable fee if you're outside the 24-hour window.
Submit and check your email for a confirmation with the updated name.
Via the Alaska app:
Open the Alaska Airlines app and log into your account.
Tap Booking Management / My Trips.
Select the reservation and look for the name correction option.
Make the edit and confirm.
By phone:
Call Alaska Airlines customer service at 1-800-372-8382 (available 24/7 for reservations).
Provide your confirmation number and explain the correction needed.1-800-372-8382
For legal name changes, be ready to provide documentation (you may need to email or upload it).1-800-372-8382
Confirm the corrected name and ask for a new confirmation email.1-800-372-8382
Booked through a travel agent or OTA? You'll generally need to go back to that agent or site to request the correction, since Alaska can't always modify third-party bookings directly.
FAQs
Can I change my ticket to someone else's name? No. Alaska Airlines tickets are non-transferable. You'd need to cancel (if your fare allows it) and book a new ticket in the other person's name.1-800-372-8382
Is there a free window to fix a name typo? Yes — corrections made within 24 hours of booking are generally free under Alaska's 24-hour flexible booking policy.1-800-372-8382
What if I got married or divorced after booking? You can usually update your name to match your new legal name; bring documentation (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order) as proof.1-800-372-8382
Does a middle name need to match exactly? Alaska doesn't require a middle name on your reservation, so minor middle-name mismatches are typically not an issue, but your first and last name should match your ID.1-800-372-8382
What if my ticket is partially used? Name corrections are generally not available once any segment of the ticket has been flown.1-800-372-8382
Can a travel agent make the change for me? Yes, if you booked through one — they can typically process the correction on their end.1-800-372-8382
Examples
Typo example: You booked as "Jonathon Smith" but your passport reads "Jonathan Smith." This is a minor spelling correction, likely free if caught within 24 hours.1-800-372-8382
Marriage example: You booked as "Sarah Lee" before your wedding, then legally became "Sarah Lee Carter." With your marriage certificate, Alaska can update the reservation to your new legal name.1-800-372-8382
Not allowed example: You booked a ticket for yourself but now want to give it to your sibling instead. This is a transfer, not a correction — Alaska won't process this as a "name change," and you'd need to cancel and rebook.1-800-372-8382
Official Policy References
Alaska Airlines 24-Hour Flexible Booking / Customer Commitment: alaskaair.com (customer-commitment/customer-commitment-flexibility)1-800-372-8382
Alaska Airlines 24-Hour Cancellation Policy: alaskaair.com (travel-info/fly-alaska/24-hour-cancellation)1-800-372-8382
Alaska Airlines Name Correction/Transfer Policy (Travel Agent Portal): alaskaair.com (travel-agent/agent-info/ticketing/name-change-transfer)1-800-372-8382
Alaska Airlines official customer service: 1-800-372-8382 (1-800-ALASKAAIR)
A final note: Search results on this topic are flooded with fake "guide" sites listing scam phone numbers pretending to be Alaska Airlines support. Only use the number above or alaskaair.com directly, and never give payment or personal info to a number you found on a random blog.1-800-372-8382