Southwest Airlines

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At a glance

Southwest Airlines is the world’s largest low-cost carrier and a major US airline, headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Their fleet is huge — 746 aircrafts headed to nearly 100 destinations, mostly focused on domestic routes. Its loyalty program, Rapid Rewards, is among our favorites for

families, particularly because of the valuable Companion Pass. We have some articles pinned below where you can learn more about that perk and tons of others, along with all of our flight reviews and news on Southwest Airlines.

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Buzzworthy

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Essential reading

Everything you need to know about the best seats on Southwest Airlines
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Everything you need to know about the best seats on Southwest Airlines
Second to none: Here’s what makes Southwest’s generous change policies so good
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Second to none: Here’s what makes Southwest’s generous change policies so good
What is Southwest Airlines elite status worth in 2023?
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What is Southwest Airlines elite status worth in 2023?
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Latest reviews

An upgrade worth the investment: 7 thoughts from my first Southwest Airlines flight in nearly 18 months
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An upgrade worth the investment: 7 thoughts from my first Southwest Airlines flight in nearly 18 months
Southwest vs Allegiant: What it’s like to fly a low-cost airline during a pandemic
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Southwest vs Allegiant: What it’s like to fly a low-cost airline during a pandemic
From Hawaii With LUV: A Review of Southwest’s 737-800 From Honolulu to Oakland
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From Hawaii With LUV: A Review of Southwest’s 737-800 From Honolulu to Oakland
Feel the LUV: Southwest 737-800 from Oakland, California to Newark
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Feel the LUV: Southwest 737-800 from Oakland, California to Newark

Latest deals

Southwest 2023 Travel Sale: Flights as low as $59 for specific routes
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Southwest 2023 Travel Sale: Flights as low as $59 for specific routes
Book your Southwest flight to Hawaii by Thursday to get 30% off
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Book your Southwest flight to Hawaii by Thursday to get 30% off
Southwest has flight deals starting at $49 for Halloween
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Southwest has flight deals starting at $49 for Halloween
Last-minute deal alert: Get 25% off Southwest flights this week
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Last-minute deal alert: Get 25% off Southwest flights this week
Southwest Airlines fall sale: One-way fares starting at $59
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Southwest Airlines fall sale: One-way fares starting at $59
Nonstop flights to Cancun for as low as $189 from 9 U.S. cities
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Nonstop flights to Cancun for as low as $189 from 9 U.S. cities

All Southwest articles

Comparing the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority, Premier and Plus credit cards
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Comparing the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority, Premier and Plus credit cards
Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus card: Low annual fee plus a handful of benefits
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Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus card: Low annual fee plus a handful of benefits
Your flight is canceled or delayed – here’s what you should do next
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Your flight is canceled or delayed – here’s what you should do next
Southwest Premier Credit Card review: Reasonable value for a mid-level card
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Southwest Premier Credit Card review: Reasonable value for a mid-level card
Southwest Priority credit card review: Valuable perks for frequent Southwest travelers
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Southwest Priority credit card review: Valuable perks for frequent Southwest travelers
4 easy ways to get maximum value out of 80,000 Ultimate Rewards points
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4 easy ways to get maximum value out of 80,000 Ultimate Rewards points
Car seats that are airline approved
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Car seats that are airline approved
Ultimate guide to canceling a flight and getting a refund with major US airlines
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Ultimate guide to canceling a flight and getting a refund with major US airlines
As more airlines ditch Twitter, here’s how to quickly reach an airline customer service agent
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As more airlines ditch Twitter, here’s how to quickly reach an airline customer service agent
How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
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How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
Missed your flight? Here’s what to do
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Missed your flight? Here’s what to do
Airline carry-on luggage size: Everything you need to know
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Airline carry-on luggage size: Everything you need to know

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