Originally Posted by
Radiation Station
The cheapest tickets I can see are called Saver fares and I am wondering if I would get free seat selection with these fares as OWE? Also, which seats would be available for selection? I can see there is a section of economy on the seating map for "Alaska and oneworldŽ elites" - can I book these seats for free as OWE on a Saver or Main Cabin fare?
Saver fares will only let you select the seats specified for Saver at the back of the plane, if any are still available. If not, you will be unable to select a seat and your seat will be assigned at check in or at the gate. Status doesn't affect this, not for Alaska elites nor one world partners. Status *does* let you board earlier (Saver boards last) and waives baggage fees.
The section for "Alaska and oneworld elites" would require you to book Main, not Saver.