Overview

• Fees of $35 for a first bag and $45 for a second apply to Basic, Wanna Get Away Plus and Anytime fares; Rapid Rewards A-List Preferred members and Business Select or Choice Extra travelers retain two free bags.
• Standard A-List members and Rapid Rewards credit cardholders are entitled to one complimentary checked bag.
• Southwest projects the fee changes will boost annual revenue by up to $1.5 billion in response to investor pressure.
• The policy aligns Southwest’s baggage charges with those at Delta, United and American Airlines.
• The carrier will introduce a basic economy fare on May 28 and shift to assigned seating for flights operating in 2026.