It's all over the news & this is our place to discuss it! Southwest Airlines is about to become an entirely new airline and many of the big changes are going into effect on May 28, 2025. Here are some helpful resources to learn about what to expect, including: charges for checked luggage, a new basic economy tier (replacing Wanna Get Away), assigned seating, point earning rates changing, a new flight credit expiration policy, and more
The Points Guy (TPG) - What we know about the shocking changes from Southwest — and what you should do now: https://thepointsguy.com/airline/what-to-do-re-southwest-changes/
The Points Guy (TPG) - 'Wanna Get Away,' no more: Southwest Airlines to ditch hallmark fare, revamp benefits as part of shake-up: https://thepointsguy.com/news/southwest-airlines-fare-types-benefits/
CNBC - Southwest Airlines as we know it is over. Here’s what’s changing, from bag fees to basic economy: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/11/southwest-airlines-bag-fees-to-basic-economy-what-to-know.html
Southwest Airlines Newsroom: https://www.swamedia.com/news-and-stories/news-release/southwest-airlines-outlines-changes-to-drive-revenue-growth-and-reward-its-most-MCR5UCS6BF65HVRGPWNL43DHWTFY
Here's a video from the official Southwest Airlines YouTube channel answering the top questions so far: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SUkyTdvWT8