A lot of changes are coming to Southwest Airlines in 2025. The open-seating policy that has been in effect since the airline began 53 years ago is being replaced with assigned seats. Upgraded, ...

Southwest Airlines, Milwaukee's largest carrier, will no longer allow passengers to check two free bags starting on or after May 28. Under the new policy, only Southwest Rapid Rewards A-List Preferred ...

Even more changes are headed to Southwest Airlines, including a new way to get free checked bags For loyal fans of Southwest Airlines, it’s been a bumpy couple of months. The airline once known for ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Southwest Airlines will no longer allow bags to fly free. The airline announced Tuesday that it will begin charging some customers who check luggage in May. The airline will continue ...

It’s happening: Southwest Airlines’ free checked bag policy is being scrapped. As of Wednesday, May 28, Southwest passengers will be charged $35 for their first checked bag. This move is a step in the ...

The airline previously offered customers free carryon and checked bags. The era of free checked bags while flying Southwest Airlines is coming to an end. Starting on Wednesday, the Dallas-based ...

Southwest no longer offers two free checked bags to all travel tiers. Some travelers, like A-List Preferred or Business Select members, still qualify for waived fees. New fees apply to lower fare ...

If you've flown lately, you've probably felt the sting of checked bag fees. Most airlines now charge $30 to $40 per bag, each way. And if you're traveling with someone else, you're looking at paying ...