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. Earn bonus miles with these holiday airline shopping portal promotions
  2. New Southwest card offers: 40,000 points plus a $400 statement credit — is it a good deal?
  3. 4 things you really need to do now in advance of holiday travel
  4. Expiring rewards in 2025? A list of loyalty programs and their rewards expiration policies
  5. Southwest makes it easier to change your Companion Pass online

Essential reading

How to snag the best seats on Southwest Airlines
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How to snag 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
Southwest A-List status: What it is and how to earn it
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Southwest A-List status: What it is and how to earn it
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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

Act fast: Save $70 on future Southwest Airlines flights
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Act fast: Save $70 on future Southwest Airlines flights
Southwest sale: 40% off flights to Hawaii
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Southwest sale: 40% off flights to Hawaii
22 Amazon Prime Day deals for travelers still on sale
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22 Amazon Prime Day deals for travelers still on sale
Southwest sale: 40% off travel through early 2025
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Southwest sale: 40% off travel through early 2025
Southwest is there for you with this ‘Friends’-themed 30% off deal
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Southwest is there for you with this ‘Friends’-themed 30% off deal
Hawaii deal alert: Fly nonstop to the Big Island, Oahu and Maui from $191 round-trip
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Hawaii deal alert: Fly nonstop to the Big Island, Oahu and Maui from $191 round-trip

All Southwest articles

How to avoid checked baggage fees on major domestic airlines
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How to avoid checked baggage fees on major domestic airlines
Southwest Performance Business card review: Solid benefits for a manageable annual fee
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Southwest Performance Business card review: Solid benefits for a manageable annual fee
Which airports and airlines use TSA PreCheck?
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Which airports and airlines use TSA PreCheck?
The ultimate guide to US airlines’ same-day change policies
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The ultimate guide to US airlines’ same-day change policies
Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus credit card review: Low annual fee plus a handful of benefits
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Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus credit card review: Low annual fee plus a handful of benefits
Credit cards 101: The beginner’s guide
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Credit cards 101: The beginner’s guide
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
How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
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How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
The best points and miles to use for last-minute award flights
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The best points and miles to use for last-minute award flights
Quick Points: Book now and then periodically check for hotel and airline price drops
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Quick Points: Book now and then periodically check for hotel and airline price drops
Act fast: Earn the Southwest Companion Pass by booking just 1 round-trip flight
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Act fast: Earn the Southwest Companion Pass by booking just 1 round-trip flight

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