Southwest Airlines no longer includes two free checked bags for all fares. Here’s who still qualifies, how much fees cost, ...

Earlier this year, Southwest Airlines announced several major policy changes in an attempt to boost the airline's slumping ...

It’s happening: Southwest Airlines’ free checked bag policy is being scrapped. As of Wednesday, May 28, Southwest passengers will be charged $35 for their first checked bag. This move is a ...

The airline noted it will continue to offer free checked bags for its Rapid Rewards A-List preferred members and those flying on business fares - two free bags for A-List preferred and one bag for ...

Southwest Airlines instituted its new bag policy, which was previously announced in March. "For reservations booked and ticketed or changed on or after May 28, 2025, checked baggage fees will apply.

The checked bag fees will apply to any tickets booked starting on May 28 for Basic, Wanna Get Away Plus and Anytime fares. Free checked bags will still be available for some people.

DALLAS — DALLAS — Time has run out for travelers to book Southwest flights with free checked bags. Southwest Airlines' longstanding baggage policy allowed passengers two free checked bags with ...

May 27 marks the last day to book a Southwest Airlines flight with free checked bags, as the airline ends its decades-old policy starting Wednesday, according to The Seattle Times. After the start ...

Southwest set to drop its popular free checked bags perk. Here’s how much it will cost you. By Octavia Johnson, Staff writer May 27, 2025 ...

Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage. The airline will begin charging for the first and second checked bag beginning on May 28, Southwest announced March 11.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- The end of the era, no more free checked bags. Southwest is now charging for checked bags. The airline now charges $35 for a first checked bag and $45 for a second checked bag.

Flyers can also get a free checked bag for flights departing May 28 through Aug. 18, using promo code “FREEBAG.” But if you want these deals, you’ll need to hurry.