Earlier this year, the airline announced plans to end its trademark “bags fly free” policy to help shore up earnings.

Starting on May 28, 2025, Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked baggage, marking the official end of its ...

Southwest on Tuesday announced the first checked bag will cost $35, while a second checked bag will cost $45. The policy will ...

Southwest Airlines could lose a portion of leisure travelers to rivals with its latest decision to start charging for checked bags, according to an industry expert.

The airline didn't charge for the first two checked bags for more than 50 years, before instituting the new policy.

Starting Wednesday, free bags on Southwest will officially be a relic.

United Airlines passengers will soon have a new time limit when it comes to checking in. It comes as Southwest changes its checked bag policy.