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

Just two months after ending its long-standing “Bags Fly Free” policy, the airline has announced when it will roll out assigned seating — a significant shift from its traditional boarding process. For decades, Southwest used a first-come, first-served system, along with free checked bags, that set it apart from its competitors.

Southwest Airlines will debut its new assigned seating policy in January 2026, bringing an end to the airline's once signature process of open seating.

Southwest Airlines hiked annual fees on its credit cards, but also announced a host of new benefits and other changes.

After a woman made threats to Southwest Airlines, police deboarded a plane and evacuated multiple areas in Dallas Love Field airport, according to a warrant.

Starting July 24, 2025, Chase’s Southwest credit cards are adding new benefits but increasing their annual fees.

On a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., last November, the passenger said she was the only Black person seated in an exit row when she was asked to leave.

Southwest Airlines reported lower-than-expected quarterly profit and revenue on Wednesday, hurt by tepid demand from U.S. consumers for travel.

The Office of the State Attorney announced results of Operation No Cap. The drug bust led to 10 arrests and hundreds of pounds of drugs seized.