Did Southwest Just Commit Business Suicide by Killing it’s Bags Fly Free Policy? | WATCH
In a stunning twist that is as shocking and boneheaded as finding out your favorite diner has swapped its burgers for tofu, Southwest Airlines has decided to trade in its friendly customer service for a scummy,
Southwest flyers fire back over airline ending free checked bag policy
Southwest Airlines will end its decades-old policy allowing "bags to fly free" as their marketing put it. Starting in May, passengers will be required to pay for checked bags. Travelers who claim to be loyal customers of Southwest are sounding off after the airline announced changes Tuesday to its popular passenger perk.
Southwest Ditches Free Checked Bag Policy in End of Era for Airline
Southwest Airlines Co. will begin charging passengers for some checked luggage, ending a free-bag policy that has been a hallmark of the carrier since its founding more than five decades ago.Customers will be charged for their first and second checked bags unless they hold top-tier loyalty status or are traveling on a business fare.
Southwest Airlines Drops "Bags Fly Free"--Stock Soars 8.5% on Shock Move
Southwest Airlines just dropped a bombshell, signaling a major shift in its strategy. The airline is scrapping its long-standing fuel hedging programonce a billion-dollar safety n
Southwest Airlines to start charging for checked bags in May
Southwest Airlines, for the first time in its 54-year history, will be charging customers to check their bags.
Southwest flyers fire back over airline ending free checked bag policy: 'Nail in the coffin'
Southwest has customers sounding off after the airline announced an end to its checked bag policy, leading some flyers to say they'll "boycott" the airline.
Southwest is getting rid of its most recognizable perk — free checked bags
Southwest will begin charging for checked bags beginning May 28. However, members of its A-List loyalty program or those traveling on a business fare will be exempt.
Southwest Airlines getting rid of bags fly free policy
Who doesn't like to save money when flying? For many, that savings came in not paying for baggage on Southwest Airlines. That is changing.
Rival airline execs weigh in on Southwest changing free bag policy: 'It’s the slaying of a sacred cow'
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby and Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein on Tuesday weighed in on Southwest Airlines making a major change to its checked bag policy.
Southwest Airlines frequent flyers react to end of ‘bags fly free’
Frequent flyers woke up to some turbulence on Tuesday morning. The iconic "Bags fly free" slogan for Southwest Airlines is being retired.
Travelers at Hobby Airport aren't happy with Southwest Airlines' decision to end its 'bags fly free' policy
Will you still fly Southwest Airlines now that its widespread "bags fly free" policy is ending for most customers? Read local reactions to the news, and let us know your plans in the poll in this story.
Southwest is getting rid of its most recognizable perk
Months after ditching its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage.
Southwest Airlines dared to be different. Now it’s just like everyone else.
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Southwest Airlines Says New Bag Fees Aren’t As Bad As Luka Doncic Trade
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Why Is Southwest Airlines Stock Rising Today?
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has revised its Q1 2025 financial projections, expecting a 2% to 4% increase in RASM. It has ...