Alaska Airlines Lost Baggage Statistics
Mishandled baggage rates and historical trends for Alaska Airlines
Baggage Handling Summary
Average6.63
Per 1,000 Bags
#6
Industry Rank
16.0M
Bags Handled
Worsening
Trend
Based on 3 months of BTS data
| Month | Bags Handled | Mishandled | Rate per 1k |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | 5,391,546 | 39,691 | 7.36 |
| Apr 2026 | 4,840,306 | 32,838 | 6.78 |
| Mar 2026 | 5,814,380 | 23,921 | 4.11 |
| Dec 2025 | 2,392,454 | 18,477 | 7.72 |
| Nov 2025 | 6,446,305 | 46,142 | 7.16 |
| Sep 2025 | 2,271,338 | 11,550 | 5.09 |
| Aug 2025 | 2,830,171 | 18,532 | 6.55 |
| Jul 2025 | 2,866,616 | 16,879 | 5.89 |
| Jun 2025 | 2,659,860 | 13,186 | 4.96 |
| May 2025 | 2,419,016 | 10,868 | 4.49 |
| Apr 2025 | 2,114,035 | 7,202 | 3.41 |
| Mar 2025 | 2,190,926 | 8,179 | 3.73 |
Alaska Airlines mishandles approximately 6.63 bags for every 1,000 checked. This is an average rate — consider using a carry-on if possible.
Tips to Protect Your Bags
- Use an AirTag or GPS tracker in your luggage
- Take a photo of your bag before checking it
- Remove old baggage tags to avoid confusion
- Keep valuables and essentials in your carry-on
Quick Stats
Carrier CodeAS
RatingAverage
TrendWorsening
Industry Rank#6
Data Source
All data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Air Travel Consumer Report. Airlines are legally required to report mishandled baggage statistics.