Southwest Airlines Will Now Make Passengers Pay for Checked Bags
Southwest said Tuesday that it would continue to offer two free checked bags to Rapid Rewards A-List preferred members and customers traveling on Business Select fares, and one free checked bag to A-List members and other select customers. Passengers with Rapid Rewards credit cards will receive a credit for one checked bag.
The Era of Free Checked Baggage Is Officially Over
Southwest Airlines' checked baggage fees will begin on May 28, 2025—here's what each US airline is charging fliers right now.
Southwest will now charge for checked bags - unless you meet these qualifications
Southwest officials in the release said the changes are "aimed to deepen and reward loyalty between Southwest and its most engaged Customers."
Southwest ditches ‘bags fly free’ policy in end of era for airline
Southwest Airlines Co. will begin charging passengers for some checked luggage, ending a free-bag policy that has been a hallmark of the carrier since its founding more than five decades ago.
Southwest is getting rid of its most recognizable perk — free checked bags
Southwest will begin charging for checked bags beginning May 28. However, members of its A-List loyalty program or those traveling on a business fare will be exempt.
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By nixing its generous baggage policy, Southwest has few perks left that differentiate it from its competition, according to WFAA reporting. However, Southwest remains one of the few airlines that allow passengers to change and cancel their flights without an additional fee.
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Southwest Airlines, known for free bags and open seating, is overhauling policies, leaving loyalists questioning if it’s still the airline they loved.
Southwest ends its trademark ‘bags fly free’ policy for many customers
Southwest said it would introduce a Basic fare for its lowest-priced tickets. Travel credits for tickets purchased on or after May 28 will now expire after one year
What to know about new Southwest checked bag fees
Southwest Airlines will introduce checked bag fees for passengers without elite status. ABC News’ Sam Sweeney reports.
Southwest Airlines ends free checked bags for most travelers—here’s what it means for you
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Southwest Airlines is doing away with its longstanding policy of two checked bags for free for all passengers. The Dallas, Texas-based carrier on Tuesday announced it will begin charging some customers for checked bags.
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Southwest is getting rid of its most recognizable perk
Months after ditching its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage.