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We compare Southwest against 500+ other carriers — including published, consolidator and unpublished fares.
End-to-end ticket care
New tickets, schedule changes, name corrections and refund follow-ups — your dedicated agent handles it.
Southwest Airlines — at a glance
Southwest Airlines is America's largest domestic low-cost carrier, famous for its open-seating policy, friendly service and the industry-best 'Bags Fly Free' benefit — two checked bags at no charge on every fare. Southwest operates a point-to-point network serving 120+ destinations across the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
Information sourced from public Southwest Airlines materials. Confirm current policy with the airline before you fly.
Southwest baggage
Southwest is the only major U.S. airline that includes two free checked bags (up to 50 lbs each) plus one carry-on and one personal item on every fare — no exceptions. Oversized and overweight bag fees still apply.
Changes & cancellations
Southwest is known for its transparent no-change-fee policy. Tickets can be changed or canceled at any time; fare difference applies on changes. Non-refundable fares are converted to travel credit, not lost.
Best fares on Southwest, quoted by ELFS specialists
Why book Southwest through ELFS vs the airline direct?
Multi-carrier fare comparison
We compare Southwest against 500+ other carriers in the same call, so you don't miss a cheaper alternate routing.
Skip airline hold queues
Southwest hold times can run 30-90 minutes during peak season. ELFS specialists pick up in under 30 seconds, 24/7.
Specialist handles changes & refunds
Schedule change? Refund follow-up? Your dedicated agent stays on the file from booking to take-off — one point of contact.
Pick the right cabin for your trip
Typical Southwest cabin specs for U.S.-based long-haul. Specs vary by aircraft and route — confirm with your specialist before booking.
| Cabin | Seat / Pitch | Meals | Baggage | IFE | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 17–18" wide · 30–32" pitch | Snack + soft drinks (paid options) | Carry-on only on basic fares | Personal IFE on long-haul | $120 – $300 |
| Premium Economy | 18–19" wide · 36–38" pitch | Hot meal + complimentary drinks | 1 checked bag included | Larger personal IFE + headphones | $300 – $700 |
| Business | 20–22" wide · lie-flat seat | Multi-course menu + wine pairing | 2 checked bags + priority handling | HD IFE + noise-cancelling kit | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| First | Private suite · fully flat bed | Chef-curated dining on demand | 3 checked bags + lounge access | Largest IFE + premium amenity kit | $4,000 + |
Southwest's point-to-point network keeps on-time numbers competitive vs the legacy carriers.
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation 2024 Air Travel Consumer Report (publicly available).
Southwest Rapid Rewards
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Vacation packages popular on Southwest
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