# ✈️ How to Request a Name Change on an Alaska Airlines Ticket: A Complete Guide
Mistakes happen. Whether it's a spelling error, missing middle name, or a legal name change due to marriage or divorce, travelers often find themselves needing to change the name on their Alaska Airlines ticket. Fortunately, Alaska Airlines has a clear process in place for handling name correction and updates.

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In this detailed guide, you’ll learn about the types of name changes allowed, how to request one, and the documents you might need.
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✅ Alaska Airlines Name Change Policy: Overview
Alaska Airlines allows minor name corrections and legal name changes under specific conditions.
However, you cannot transfer a ticket to someone else. The name must match the original traveler’s identity.
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There are two categories of name updates Alaska Airlines permits:

Correcting spelling mistakes (e.g., "Jhon" to "John")

Updating names after a legal change (e.g., due to marriage, divorce, or gender transition)
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🔤 Minor Name Corrections
If you’ve made a typo during booking—like transposing letters or missing a middle name—you can usually get it corrected.
These types of changes are typically free if caught early.
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Alaska allows small adjustments of up to three characters, as long as it still clearly refers to the original passenger.
Examples of minor corrections:

Jonh → John

Katherin → Katherine
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⚖️ Legal Name Changes
If your name has changed legally—due to marriage, divorce, adoption, or court order—you must provide supporting documentation.
Legal name changes are more extensive and may take extra time to process.
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Documentation may include:

Marriage certificate

Divorce decree

Government-issued ID showing the updated name
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📝 How to Request a Name Change with Alaska Airlines
Step 1: Locate Your Reservation
Go to AlaskaAir.com or use the Alaska mobile app to locate your booking.
Enter your confirmation code and last name.
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If your ticket is active and your flight is not within 24 hours, you may be able to update the name depending on the situation.
If it’s within 24 hours of booking, the change may be free.
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Step 2: Determine Type of Name Change
Figure out whether you need:

A minor correction (e.g., typo or spelling fix)

A legal update (due to name change documents)
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Alaska Airlines may treat each type differently depending on the fare type and how close it is to your departure date.
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Step 3: Contact Alaska Airlines Customer Support
You must call or message Alaska Airlines directly to initiate most name changes.
Online systems usually don’t support manual name corrections.
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Be ready with:

Your booking reference number

Government-issued ID

Legal documents (if applicable)
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Step 4: Pay Any Applicable Fee (If Required)
In most cases, minor name corrections are free, especially if you call within 24 hours of booking.
Legal name changes may require reissuing the ticket, which could include a fare difference.
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If the change affects your TSA information, be sure to update your traveler profile as well.
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📅 When Should You Make a Name Change?
As early as possible! The sooner you correct your ticket, the easier and cheaper it will be.

If you’re flying within 72 hours, immediate action is recommended.
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Alaska may not allow same-day name corrections at the airport without proper documentation.
Always verify your ID and ticket match at least 72 hours before flying.
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❌ What You Cannot Do
You cannot transfer your ticket to another person.

Alaska does not allow full name changes unless it’s the same traveler (with legal proof).
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If you booked through a third-party travel site or agent, you may need to contact them first.
Alaska can only assist if the reservation is directly managed through their system.
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🧒 Name Changes for Children or Minors
Name corrections for children follow the same rules, though additional documents (like a birth certificate) may be needed.
Make sure your child’s ticket name matches their passport or school ID.
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Guardians may also be asked to provide proof of relationship in case of discrepancies.
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🧾 Summary: What to Remember
Minor corrections (typos) are usually free and easy

Legal name changes require documentation

No ticket transfers allowed
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Always review your booking confirmation right after purchase to catch name errors early.
The more time you give yourself, the smoother the correction process will be.
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