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Michael Smith started the topic Does Southwest Airlines operate flights to Alaska? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines does not currently fly to Alaska. Considering their massive spread within the United States, having most of their prominent travel destination and cities, Alaska is not a route on the Southwest Airlines route map.Travelers looking to visit Alaska will need to explore other airlines that service the region or use Southwest to…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Does Southwest Airlines operate flights to Puerto Rico? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoYes, Southwest Airlines has nonstop flights to Puerto Rico, so travelers go straight to the most popular spot in the Caribbean. Southwest Airlines Puerto Rico flights are connected to San Juan (SJU) while the airline offers nonstop service from various U.S. cities, such as Orlando (MCO), Tampa (TPA), and Baltimore/Washington (BWI).
These great…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Do Southwest Airlines flights have TVs or in-flight entertainment screens? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines is one of the major carriers that does not have seatback TVs or in-flight entertainment screens aboard its aircraft. Instead, they offer passengers video content accessible and playable on personal devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, using the Southwest Airlines in-flight entertainment portal.
The portal is…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Is Southwest Airlines a safe airline to fly with? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines is basically safe.The airline does have a good safety record. Not only that, but Southwest Airlines also strictly adheres to the Federal Aviation Administration’s safety regulations. They do regular inspections on and maintenance of the aircraft to prevent any Southwest Airlines safety issues.
Like other major airlines, Southw…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Does Southwest Airlines offer seat assignments before boarding? in the forum Does Southwest Airlines offer first class seating?
1 day, 7 hours agoThe Southwest Airlines policy is an open seating, wherein seat assignments are not available prior to boarding. Passengers are free to take any available seat once the aircraft doors are open for boarding. Their policy in boarding assigns groups A, B, or C and positions 1-60 per group based on check-in time. This means a fair and efficient…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic When does Southwest Airlines typically have sales or discounts on flights? in the forum Flights & Deals
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines usually holds sales periodically throughout the year, often coinciding with specific travel seasons or events. While there isn’t a set schedule, they typically have sales during:
1. January: A common time for post-holiday sales.
2. Spring: Often around late February and March.
3. Fall: Sales may occur in September or…[Read more] -
Michael Smith started the topic Where is Southwest Airlines headquartered? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoThe Southwest Airlines headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas, specifically at 2702 Love Field Drive, near the Dallas Love Field Airport. This site has been the central hub for the airline’s operations since the early days, dating back to its inception in 1971.
The choice of location reflects the airline’s roots and ongoing commitment to…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic How do I check in for a flight on Southwest Airlines? in the forum Where does Southwest Airlines fly?
1 day, 7 hours agoMost travelers have the opportunity to check in on Southwest Airlines through various convenient avenues. Online check-in is available to most people 24 hours ahead of your scheduled departure time. You can do this either through the Southwest website or the app on your mobile phone.
Using just your confirmation number, first name, and last…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Can Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points be transferred to another person? in the forum Do Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points expire?
1 day, 7 hours agoOn Rapid Rewards, Southwest Airlines points transfer but are subjected to a lot of restrictions and limitations on doing so.
You may transfer Rapid Rewards points from one member to another, but an individual member can only transfer or receive up to the specified number of points per calendar year. This may, in addition, incur a…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic What is the Southwest Airlines Companion Pass, and how does it work? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoA unique benefit of Southwest Airlines is the Companion Pass. This benefit allows a customer to allow a designated companion to travel with them at no cost on any flight that Southwest operates. Some additional key considerations for the Companion Pass include:
- Eligibility: The Southwest Airlines Companion Pass is given to an account that…
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Michael Smith started the topic Do Southwest Airlines gift cards have an expiration date? in the forum Flights & Deals
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines gift cards do not have an expiration date. Once you purchase a gift card, it remains valid indefinitely. However, it’s a good idea to check the specific terms and conditions on the Southwest Airlines website or on the gift card itself, as policies may change.
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Michael Smith started the topic When can I choose my seat on a Southwest Airlines flight? in the forum Does Southwest Airlines offer first class seating?
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines takes a nontraditional approach with seat selection. By not providing Southwest Airlines seat selection prior to the boarding process, it differentiates itself from other airlines. Instead, the airline operates on an open seating basis, where passengers can select any available seat when boarding the aircraft.
Boarding is…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Where are the main hub airports for Southwest Airlines? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoThe Southwest Airlines hubs have been located deliberately across the major urban centers of the United States, focusing on the crucial regions for the carrier.
The leading hub is at Dallas Love Field in Texas, which also serves as the headquarters for the airline. Other key hubs comprise Chicago Midway International Airport, Denver…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic Who is the owner or parent company of Southwest Airlines? in the forum Destinations & Guides
1 day, 7 hours agoSouthwest Airlines is a listed company. It means the Southwest Airlines ownership is held by individual and institutional investors. They are who purchase shares of the company.
The airline is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “LUV.” Southwest Airlines is not a subsidiary of any other parent company and operates…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic When did Southwest Airlines begin its operations? in the forum Where does Southwest Airlines fly?
1 day, 7 hours agoThe airline company is said to have its history beginning on June 18, 1971. The official launch of its flight operations.
This airline was actually founded in 1967 by Herb Kelleher and Rollin King, but it took the former several years to overcome the legal and regulatory challenges to start flying.
The first routes connected Dallas, Houston,…[Read more]
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Michael Smith started the topic How safe is it to fly with Southwest Airlines? in the forum Michael Smith
1 day, 7 hours agoThe airline is therefore considered to be quite safe. Southwest Airlines has a positive safety record and adheres strictly to the rigid safety standards of the FAA and other aviation authorities.
The airline frequently assesses the safety of the fleet, that is basically a Boeing 737, which conducts its routine check on all its fleets to ensure…[Read more]