Alaska Airlines announces partnership with CLEAR team

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) – The partnership with CLEAR Plus will allow people to move through airport security lines faster, and Mileage Plan members can now enroll for CLEAR Plus memberships at a reduced rate and receive bonus miles for a limited time.

CLEAR Plus is an opt-in program that allows its members to travel faster through security at 52 airports nationwide by verifying their identity with their eyes or fingerprint, replacing the need to take out their wallet and driver’s license.

After verification, a CLEAR Ambassador escorts members through a dedicated lane and directly to TSA physical security, saving them time waiting in line at the security checkpoint.

“We understand from our guests how important it is for them to have the best possible experience when traveling with us, and part of that is saving time when they’re at the airport,” said Shane Jones, vice president of real estate and business development at Alaska Airlines. “Our frequent flyers are already big fans of CLEAR Plus. With a discounted CLEAR Plus membership available to all of our Mileage Plan members, we believe more of our guests will appreciate this valuable travel benefit.”

Mileage Plan members can enroll in CLEAR Plus for a discounted rate.

In addition, to celebrate the launch of the partnership, between now and Jul. 16, all Mileage Plan members—elite or non-elite—who enroll in a new CLEAR Plus membership will receive 1,000 Mileage Plan bonus miles.

“CLEAR is obsessed with delivering the best customer experience, so we’re excited to provide Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan members with the confidence and predictability of CLEAR Plus,” said Kasra Moshkani, executive vice president of operations at CLEAR. “We look forward to expanding our partnership with Alaska to continue unlocking seamless experiences for their frequent flyers from home to gate and beyond.”

CLEAR Plus is available at Alaska’s key hub airports in Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

Mileage Plan members who join CLEAR Plus can add up to three family members or friends.

Family members under 18 years old can join CLEAR members in the CLEAR Lane for free.

While CLEAR Plus and TSA PreCheck are independent of each other, many passengers use CLEAR Plus and TSA PreCheck together for the fastest way through airport security.