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How Your Bags Can Still Fly Free on Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines no longer includes two free checked bags for all fares. Here’s who still qualifies, how much fees cost, ...

Southwest Airlines CEO: Company could eventually introduce lounges, long-haul flights

Southwest Airlines' CEO told investors in a July 24 earnings call that the airline could eventually open its own lounges.

Southwest announces higher-than-expected revenues from new bag policy, reduced profits

Dallas-based Southwest Airlines is on target to reach its financial goals after it reported higher-than-expected revenues ...
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Southwest Airlines rolls out new fees for checked bags this week

Southwest Airlines will start charging for checked bags on new reservations starting May 28. The fees will be $35 for the first bag and $45 for a second.

Southwest assigned seats are coming soon: Boarding groups explained

Starting Jan. 27, Southwest Airlines passengers will get assigned seats for the first time, marking a major shift in the ...
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Southwest Baggage Fees: What to Expect - NerdWallet

Southwest Airlines Baggage Fees and Other Extras: What Flyers Can Expect. It won't cost you a thing to check a bag or change your flight reservation with Southwest.
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$35 to check a bag on Southwest? New fees roll out this week

Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on new reservations starting May 28th. The fees will be $35 for the first bag and $45 for a second.
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$35 to check a bag on Southwest? New fees roll out this week - Wicked Local

Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on new reservations starting May 28th. The fees will be $35 for the first bag and $45 for a second.

Southwest’s Free-Spirit Era Fizzles With Assigned Seats And Bag Fees

Southwest Airlines will officially end its decades-old open seating policy and introduce assigned seating starting January 27, 2026.