I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Alaska Airlines (Seattle, WA) in Apr 2016
Interview
Interview process was different from previously stated process...every applicant was able to do the HR one on one (actually 2 on 1) interview as well as the group interview. The process started at 8am (DON'T BE LATE) with a couple opening videos. We were all seated at different tables and after the videos one flight attendant and one HR rep came to each table and chatted with the applicants. Asking basic questions...what do you know about reserve, why Alaska Air, how will you prepare for the training...etc. After that, the FA's and HR reps left and all of the applicants just chatted amongst eachother. Then everyone had their interviews (either one on one or panel interview) which lasted basically the whole day. Make sure to smile, be yourself, be GENUIINE..Alaska is really looking for people that fit the 'Alaska Spirit'. I would recommend reading Kiki Ward's book, "How to Become a Flight Attendant." This had great practice questions and scenario questions as well that you should prepare for your panel interview! This book along with this website are what helped me get through the process. It was a long, stressful day but the employees at Alaska made the process as light and laid back as possible. (Except the end when they were weeding people out...everyone was sooon nervous). Just relax, be confident in yourself, and did I already say smile? haha.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Why Alaska Airlines opposed to another airline?
2. How have you gone above and beyond for a customer?
3. How have you provided safety for a customer?
4. Are you willing to relocate?
5. What do you find most difficult about being on reserve?
6. What is the most challenging part of being a flight attendant?
7. Scenario based questions on an airplane...review Kiki Ward's book!
8. Name a time you had a difficult customer? What happened and what was the outcome?
9. Tell me about a city we fly to.
10. Something not on your resume.
In person at Alaska Airlines office.
Individual interview, second individual interview then lunch break , group interview.
It was very friendly and fun experience. Smile and interact other people
Ask questions and stand out
I applied online. I interviewed at Alaska Airlines (Seattle, WA) in Jan 2026
Interview
Two virtual interviews that included an AI interview, a personality questionnaire and a “test” of your ability to use resources provided to answer flight-related questions. After that you’re invited to an in-person interview.
The interview process is lengthy and in depth. They really dive deep. Overall, it was a great experience and ensured that they find the right fit. I did end up accepting and am awaiting training.
Flight Attendant applicants have rated the interview process at Alaska Airlines with 3.2 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 73% positive. To compare, the company-average is 67.3% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Flight Attendant roles take an average of 48 days to get hired, when considering 299 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Alaska Airlines overall takes an average of 32 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Alaska Airlines as a Flight Attendant according to 299 Glassdoor interviews include:
Group panel interview: 22%
One on one interview: 19%
Phone interview: 19%
Drug test: 11%
Background check: 9%
Skills test: 6%
Presentation: 5%
Personality test: 4%
Other: 2%
IQ intelligence test: 2%
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