Southwest Ends Open Seating. Some Passengers Will Miss the Scrum.

The airline said its new policy, rolled out on Tuesday, responded to passengers’ preferences, but some customers said the ...

Southwest Airlines begins new era with assigned seating

Southwest Airlines has replaced its first-come, first-served seating policy with an assigned seating process, offering ...

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

Starting Tuesday, customers on Southwest flights will have assigned seats and the option of paying more to get their ...

Southwest Airlines goes transatlantic: What to expect with the carrier's long-haul plans

Broader horizons are coming in 2026.

End of an era? Southwest Airlines huge seating change begins

New plus-size passenger policy also starts Tuesday ...
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Southwest Airlines Introduces Controversial Policy For Plus-Size Passengers

Southwest Airlines is changing its long-standing extra seat policy for plus-size travelers, sparking debate among passengers. Here’s what you need to know. Southwest Airlines has long stood out in the ...