Southwest is a major American low-cost carrier headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Established in 1967, it is known for its no-frills approach and free checked bags policy. Southwest operates a broad network of domestic and international flights, serving a wide range of destinations across North America and the Caribbean. The airline is recognized for its distinctive boarding process, where passengers choose their own seats and its all-Boeing 737 fleet. Southwest's loyalty program, Rapid Rewards, offers points-based rewards and benefits to frequent travelers.
Travel credits will expire 6 or 12 months from the date the ticket was purchased, Southwest says
By Fergus Cole
April 15, 2025
The airline is scrapping its signature open seating and boarding style for assigned seats and standard groups
By Enrique Perrella
March 31, 2025
A promo code will give travelers one free checked bag on flights between May 28 and August 18
By Fergus Cole
March 19, 2025
Aeromexico once again takes the top spot globally, while Southwest reigns supreme in North America
By Fergus Cole
The airline has slashed Rapid Rewards earnings on lower fares by up to 67 percent—without warning—leaving loyal customers outraged and blindsided.
By Enrique Perrella
March 5, 2025
JetBlue, openly seeking an airline partnership, has been linked to United and Southwest
By Fergus Cole
February 20, 2025
Layoffs are part of the airline's three-year turnaround plan to reduce costs and increase revenue
By Fergus Cole
February 19, 2025
Southwest customers can now book onward connections to Europe from Baltimore with its partner airline Icelandair
By Fergus Cole
January 22, 2025
The lawsuit is over two chronically delayed flight routes operated in 2022
By Fergus Cole
January 17, 2025
New overnight routes will launch in June as Southwest evolves under pressure from low earnings and an activist investor
By Fergus Cole
November 5, 2024