FlyerTalk Forums - Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ Alaska Airlines including Horizon Air, Ravn Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines en Thu, 14 May 2026 11:05:33 GMT vBulletin 5 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg FlyerTalk Forums - Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Dedicated Check-In Line for Atmos Titanium & Suites at PDX (Opened 5/13/2026)]]> https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217890-dedicated-check-line-atmos-titanium-suites-pdx-opened-5-13-2026-a.html Wed, 13 May 2026 17:13:23 GMT Going to drop my bag this morning, I was greeted with a new dedicated line for Suites and Titanium check in/bag drop. First and other elites go to the next dedicated line. The lady said I was the first to use it lol. nice perk as there were at... Going to drop my bag this morning, I was greeted with a new dedicated line for Suites and Titanium check in/bag drop. First and other elites go to the next dedicated line. The lady said I was the first to use it lol.

nice perk as there were at least 15 elite in the next line!
]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards jonnyz1245 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217890-dedicated-check-line-atmos-titanium-suites-pdx-opened-5-13-2026-a.html AS FC upgrade prioritization https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217840-fc-upgrade-prioritization.html Wed, 13 May 2026 00:09:21 GMT Hello,

New member here. Million miler, Titanium, Atmos Summit Cardholder, last year + this year so far over 315,000 status points accumulated. Nearly 100% of the time I'm no.1 on the upgrade list.
Wife (also Titanium, I share my status) and I flew on a companion ticket that was on her name to PDX this weekend and on both flights from ANC-PDX-ANC I was 3rd on the waitlist. I find it really very strange (coincidence?) that the two above me on the waitlist were also MMs, Titanium, etc. on both flights. I'm wondering if there’s something else in play here or hidden in their prioritization that I'm not aware of, does the use of companion certificate has any effect? Not sure if anyone has this experience.

Thank you.


]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards PETEFAI https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217840-fc-upgrade-prioritization.html AS / HA now sole users of SAN Terminal 2 East https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217832-ha-now-sole-users-san-terminal-2-east.html Tue, 12 May 2026 21:02:38 GMT Sorry for the Instagram link, apparently that's just how almost everything is announced these days:

TLDR - American has moved their checkin counter to SAN Terminal 2 West, and Hawaiian has moved over to T2E.

That means that only Alaska and Hawaiian are in Terminal 2 East. This should significantly help with security line waits, and sets the stage for when Delta moves to Terminal 1 and American moves their gates to the T2W pier allowing Alaska to take over all of T2 East. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards navydevildoc https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217832-ha-now-sole-users-san-terminal-2-east.html Alaska airlines credit card promo code from flight attendant https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217831-alaska-airlines-credit-card-promo-code-flight-attendant.html Tue, 12 May 2026 20:45:47 GMT Does anyone have a promo code from an Alaska airlines flight attendant for the Alaska airlines credit card? Flew this past Saturday, but the flight attendants didn't mention and I forgot to ask. Thanks ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards swdke https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217831-alaska-airlines-credit-card-promo-code-flight-attendant.html Travel Companion Benefits -- Which Partner Airlines Are Included? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217825-travel-companion-benefits-partner-airlines-included.html Tue, 12 May 2026 18:35:17 GMT Hi all,

I'm hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. I've been designated as a travel companion for an Alaska Airlines employee, and I'm trying to find out which partner or interline airlines my companion benefits extend to.

The employee isn't sure of the answer and hasn't been able to find the right internal resource to check. As the companion, I don't have direct access to his employee portal, so I'm a bit stuck.

Has anyone navigated this before? Specifically, I'd love to know:
  • Which airlines typically honor Alaska employee companion travel benefits?
  • Is there a list of interline partners somewhere I can reference?
  • Is there anything the employee can look up on his end to get this information?
Any help is appreciated -- thank you in advance! ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards Dlopez13 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217825-travel-companion-benefits-partner-airlines-included.html Porter Airlines reminded of what flying Alaska used to be like https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217772-porter-airlines-reminded-what-flying-alaska-used-like.html Mon, 11 May 2026 20:28:01 GMT Had a trip to Canada and booked Porter through Alaska site. Wasn't sure what to expect since its a smaller airline, but while flying them I had a strange sensation. One of those "I've been here before" moments and it took me a while to realize that it really reminded me of what flying Alaska was like up until a few years ago. All the staff from check in agents, gate agents, fight attendants and pilots were super nice. Took the time to talk to customers, helped with bags, and generally went out of their way to provide service. FAs tried to fit more bags into overhead bins so people didn't have to gate check them. They didn't nickel and dime customers and put couples next to each other even when you didn't pay for assigned seating (this seems to be their policy). Multiple rounds of snacks and drinks including free wine and beer even on short flights. Even did a full drink/snack service on a short 50 minute flight. It was both refreshing and a sad reminder of how few AS flights as like this now - would be lucky if they don't pull the no/limited service due to "turbulence" on a 1 or even 2-3 hour flight. And I can't remember the last time I had an AS flight that wasn't according to the GAs "full so we will have to gate check 15-20 bags" only to depart with a bunch of empty bin space.

This is not to say that AS is horrible or anything, but more that its my acceptance that AS is now JAA (just another airline). It was nice to book on AS and get full miles and it was cheaper than booking on porter directly. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards olouie https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217772-porter-airlines-reminded-what-flying-alaska-used-like.html AS FF By Invite Only Meeting @ANC May 5, 2026 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217529-ff-invite-only-meeting-anc-may-5-2026-a.html Thu, 07 May 2026 05:40:31 GMT There was an Alaska Airlines Frequent Flyer meeting at Beartooth Theatre Pub in Anchorage last night. On the Invite there was the ability to ask questions. The answer to one of the questions (#2) was very interesting Questions: Q: When will the... There was an Alaska Airlines Frequent Flyer meeting at Beartooth Theatre Pub in Anchorage last night. On the Invite there was the ability to ask questions. The answer to one of the questions (#2) was very interesting
Questions:

Q: When will the re-fit of the F cabin (12 vs 16) be complete
A: They are most complete now. There will be a few planes not completed until the fall.

Q: Will the Atmos reward program be adding more loyalty programs? A: We intend to launch chose how you earn in the first quarter of 2027.
A: We aren't adding more programs, per se, but are expanding the concept of Atmos Communities - similar to Club 49 - that offer additional benefits to members who join one of our geographic or interest based groups.

Q: Will there be new Atmos partner programs added for miles transfer in the future.
A: Summit cardholders enjoy transfers to 5 hotel partners (IHG, Shangrila, Marriott, Wyndham, Preferred Hotels) as a benefit of the card. We are always evaluating new partnership opportunities and hope to introduce more transfer partners in the future.

Q: Are there any new international or domestic direct flights coming out of Anchorage?
A: This summer we will be adding seasonal service from Anchorage to Boise and Spokane (2x/week), and Boston (1x/week), expanding frequency in markets including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento, and up gauging Fairbanks to Portland to 737 aircraft. We continue to explore future growth opportunities to offer our guests more choices.

Thank you for flying with us.

Marilyn R
Regional VP – Alaska
Alaska Airlines

I like the answer to the second question. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards BOB W https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217529-ff-invite-only-meeting-anc-may-5-2026-a.html Weird upgrade pricing https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217523-weird-upgrade-pricing.html Thu, 07 May 2026 02:43:31 GMT I bought coach tickets for a relatively short flight several months ago - PDX/BZN. I then had a Hilton Aspire $50 quarterly credit to use up, so upgraded to Premium for $22 each (total $44) rather than let the credit go to waste. I was just... I bought coach tickets for a relatively short flight several months ago - PDX/BZN. I then had a Hilton Aspire $50 quarterly credit to use up, so upgraded to Premium for $22 each (total $44) rather than let the credit go to waste.

I was just checking the flight/seats the other day and it said I could upgrade to First for $11 pp. Well, sure, why not? What I didn't realize was that they were going to refund me the $22 I had already paid for Premium (I thought it would be $22 plus $11 for $33 total), so I ended up with just an $11 upgrade from coach to First. And I doubt Amex is going to claw back the credit after several months. All I'm getting is a bigger seat, no food or anything on such a short flight, but what a bargain? ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards Eujeanie https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217523-weird-upgrade-pricing.html AS Adding SEA-LGB, STS-BOI/PHX/SLC https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217522-adding-sea-lgb-sts-boi-phx-slc.html Thu, 07 May 2026 02:29:11 GMT From Ishrion Aviation (https://bsky.app/profile/ishrionaviation.bsky.social/post/3ml7xyouydk2g) and already for sale: Edit: AS Press Release... From Ishrion Aviation and already for sale:
Edit: AS Press Release

From 8 September:
SEA-LGB

It looks like there were 6 slot pairs available at LGB with HA requesting and receiving the Permanent Slot from DL and one of the five Supplemental Slots from WN which AS is using to fly 2x/day.

From 1 November
STS-BOI
STS-PHX
STS-SLC

Scheduled using E75s, PHX and SLC appear to be daily while BOI appears to operate 5-7x/week not operating most Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Edit: From AS, STS routes are seasonal. BOI ends 19 April. PHX/SLC end 21 April.
PHX operates daily while BOI/SLC operate up to daily. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards HeyItsMK https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217522-adding-sea-lgb-sts-boi-phx-slc.html AS Launches $500M Debt Offering (6/6/2026) https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217515-launches-500m-debt-offering-6-6-2026-a.html Wed, 06 May 2026 22:05:36 GMT AS announced the launch of a private offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due in 2031. Alaska Air launches $500 million debt offering as Iran war drives up fuel costs... AS announced the launch of a private offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due in 2031.

Alaska Air launches $500 million debt offering as Iran war drives up fuel costs ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards dayone https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217515-launches-500m-debt-offering-6-6-2026-a.html Why I cannot change AS trip online to dates more than 3 months https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217475-why-i-cannot-change-trip-online-dates-more-than-3-months.html Wed, 06 May 2026 01:42:25 GMT I need to change the flight dates for my existing trip. When I try to modify my reservation on the Alaska Airlines (AS) website, the date picker only lets me select dates within the next 3 months. If I manually enter a date further in the future and... I need to change the flight dates for my existing trip. When I try to modify my reservation on the Alaska Airlines (AS) website, the date picker only lets me select dates within the next 3 months. If I manually enter a date further in the future and click “Continue” I get an error.
Is it no longer possible to change flights online to dates more than 3 months out?
Is this a website bug, or am I doing something wrong?
Or do I have to call customer service to change to dates beyond 3 months? ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards xiaolexin https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217475-why-i-cannot-change-trip-online-dates-more-than-3-months.html Ticket counter hours listed incorrectly on Alaskaair.com? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217461-ticket-counter-hours-listed-incorrectly-alaskaair-com.html Tue, 05 May 2026 18:37:44 GMT Hello all - I'll be traveling on Alaska Air tomorrow ... MCO-SEA-YVR

My flight from MCO leaves at 9:03 AM, but according to this page: https://www.alaskaair.com/content/ai...Guides-orlando


Ticket counter hours

Terminal B, level 3

Daily:
4:30 am–6:20 am; 1:30 pm–7:20 pm

The boarding door closes 15 minutes prior to departure.

The baggage service office is only open for aircraft arrivals.

Checked baggage will be accepted during ticket counter hours only — and no more than 4 hours prior to flight departure.


I assume that this must be a mistake? There's no way they really expect me to be at the airport checking my bag at 6:20AM for a 9:03AM flight, right? I'm currently planning on arriving to the airport around 7:30 - which is what I'd normally do when I'm flying on any other airline [ 90 minutes prior to departure ].

I've checked other airports in florida, which also seem to have equally wonky timings, considering the schedule of their flights from these airports:
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airports


Thanks in advance! ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards some dude https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217461-ticket-counter-hours-listed-incorrectly-alaskaair-com.html Any interesting stories from 1st time Alaska Gold Members? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217412-any-interesting-stories-1st-time-alaska-gold-members.html Mon, 04 May 2026 20:16:14 GMT I am a newb when it comes to airline status. Last year I fell into Alaska Gold because of their generous program of awarding EQMs for award flights. Became Gold at the start of this year and spent quite sometime reading and understanding the... I am a newb when it comes to airline status. Last year I fell into Alaska Gold because of their generous program of awarding EQMs for award flights.

Became Gold at the start of this year and spent quite sometime reading and understanding the benefits of Atmos Gold/OW Sapphire.

Recently flew Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong and stood in line for over an hour at the economy check-in counter to clear my kids passport paperwork. Only after 45 minutes in that line did I realize OW Sapphire gets access to the Business Class check-in, which was empty for a majority of that 1 hr wait.

I'me sure I am going to miss out on some other benefits, so I am curious what it was like when you first got status? Was it as cracked up as you thought it would be? DId you forget some of the benefits like I did?

Thanks for sharing. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards DrSifu https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217412-any-interesting-stories-1st-time-alaska-gold-members.html official route distances https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217386-official-route-distances.html Mon, 04 May 2026 12:41:29 GMT Is there any way of ascertaining the official distance of particular routes? I ask this in the context of the distance criterion for things like flight catering and lounge access. Of course, one can always use online tools to calculate the... Is there any way of ascertaining the official distance of particular routes? I ask this in the context of the distance criterion for things like flight catering and lounge access. Of course, one can always use online tools to calculate the great-circle distance between two cities, but this may not correspond to the distance AS has ascribed to the route, especially for those routes whose GC distance is close to the various tiers and cut-offs. ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards RatherGhastly https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217386-official-route-distances.html AS adds PDX-EAT https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217194-adds-pdx-eat.html Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:09:15 GMT https://news.alaskaair.com/destinations/coming-this-fall-a-new-connection-between-the-city-of-roses-and-the-apple-capital-of-the-world/ https://news.alaskaair.com/destinati...-of-the-world/ ]]> Alaska Airlines | Atmos Rewards Tanaka07 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-atmos-rewards/2217194-adds-pdx-eat.html