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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. Issue with select new 737 Max planes forces airlines to ground parts of their fleets
  2. In-flight service is resuming — here’s what food and drinks you can expect on your next flight
  3. Allegiant opening base in Austin, becomes latest to double down on Texas capital
  4. The best airline credit cards of April 2021
  5. American and Southwest come out against Texas voter law

Essential reading

Guides
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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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
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Flight Review: Southwest Airlines (737-700) Economy From Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles

Latest deals

Deals
7 Valentine’s Day travel deals to book now for travel later
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Southwest Airlines offering flights to Hawaii from $99 or 6,864 points into 2021
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Southwest deal alert: Domestic flights starting at 2,721 points one-way
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Deal alert: Southwest flights on sale, including Hawaii from $198 round-trip
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Deal alert: Major airlines to Hawaii from $139 or 8,967 Southwest points each way
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Deal Alert: JetBlue and Southwest flights from $44 one-way

All Southwest articles

Guides
9 of the most lucrative credit card bonuses we’ve ever seen
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Americans can now visit 90+ countries and territories — here’s the complete list
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Southwest now offering pre-clearance for flights to Hawaii
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Complete guide to airline elite status during the coronavirus outbreak
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How to travel to New York City on points and miles
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The best ways to get to Hawaii using points and miles
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Southwest Airlines places massive 737 MAX order, fleet to remain all-Boeing
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The definitive guide to all airlines offering TSA PreCheck
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With expanded pre-clearance COVID testing options, Hawaii is making it easier to visit
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So you’re ready to travel again? Here are the Chase cards to consider if you’re below 5/24
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10 ways you could be earning airline miles other than credit cards
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How to use outstanding airline vouchers before they expire

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