The famous numbered metal stanchions that for decades defined Southwest Airlines’ unique boarding process are coming down as the Dallas-based carrier laid out the final plans for a new boarding ...

Southwest Airlines passengers will fly in assigned seats for the first time on Jan. 27, the carrier told CNBC. Customers can start buying tickets with assigned seats on July 29. Stream NBC 5 for free, ...

Southwest Airlines is making huge changes to its business model next year, starting with a brand-new boarding process rolling out in late January. Now, we have a better idea of what that boarding ...

A columnist's article about passengers abusing preboarding accommodations on a Southwest flight sparked a national conversation. Many readers agreed with the columnist, sharing their own experiences ...

Southwest Airlines announced July 21 that it will move to assigned seating on Jan. 27, 2026. The airline is not currently accepting reservations past Jan. 26. Reservations with assigned seats will go ...

As the record-shattering heat continues to grip the Southwest, even airplanes aren't escaping the rising temperatures. Airlines, including Southwest, have begun delaying passenger boarding in extreme ...

Although Southwest Airlines is moving forward with hitting the kill button on one of its distinguishing features, the airline still plans to do things slightly differently from its competitors. “If ...