Southwest Airlines Changes 2026: Assigned Seats, Bag Fees & New Fare Bundles

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Southwest Airlines is undergoing its most dramatic transformation in 53 years. The airline famous for open seating, “Bags Fly Free,” and no-frills simplicity is adopting assigned seating, checked bag fees, and tiered fare bundles bringing it closer to legacy carriers like American, Delta, and United. Critical dates: These changes fundamentally alter how passengers book, board, … Read more