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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

  1. United says about 97% of employees met vaccine deadline; Meanwhile, AA and Southwest pilots warn of travel chaos
  2. Southwest Airlines rolls out 8 new routes in schedule extension heavy on Texas
  3. Southwest further delays return of alcohol sales until 2022
  4. How and why I’m earning a limited-time Southwest Companion Pass for just $117.96
  5. Register now to earn Southwest elite status faster

Essential reading

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Everything you need to know about the best seats on Southwest Airlines
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Second to none: Here’s what makes Southwest’s generous change policies so good
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What is Southwest Airlines elite status worth in 2021?
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Latest reviews

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

Latest deals

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Deal alert: Book your fall getaway with Southwest from $39 or 2,240 points
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Act quickly to earn a two-month Southwest Companion Pass after just two flights
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Deal alert: Round-trip flights to Puerto Rico in business for $475, coach from $117
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Deal alert: Round-trip flights to Hawaii for as low as $198
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Grab a $250 airline voucher to visit these amazing cities in Tennessee
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Up to 40% off: Everything you need to know about saving money with airline vacation packages

All Southwest articles

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Why I’m scrambling to make Southwest A-List status for 2022
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Signing bonuses and even more free flights: How the travel industry is fighting to survive the labor crisis
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Pandemic-era devaluations: What’s happened to frequent flyer miles and what may come next
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What to do if you’ve booked a Europe trip and entry rules change so you can no longer get in
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18 airline liveries that will catch any AvGeek’s eye
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Southwest cuts fall flight schedule to avoid another round of cancellation woes
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6 beach destinations to consider if you are canceling your trip to Hawaii
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The US requires a negative COVID-19 test taken within 3 days to get in the country. But what if your flight is delayed?
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Delta variant is on the rise — Here’s what to do if you need to cancel your trip
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Targeted: Southwest makes it easier for some to requalify for elite status
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Travel is still a little uncertain — here are the most flexible airline miles to use
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American Airlines extending its alcohol sales ban until 2022

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