Assigned seating will begin Jan. 27, and Southwest flyers will be able to buy fares with assigned seats starting July 29, per ...

The assigned seating era at Southwest Airlines has a date, ending more than 50 years of the pick-your-spot philosophy that ...

Southwest Airlines passengers will get assigned seats for the first time, marking a major shift in the carrier’s business ...

A Cuban traveler on a flight from Tampa to Havana encountered an unexpected surprise at the airport: Southwest Airlines has ...

Assigned seating is coming to Southwest Airlines in 2026. Here's when, how it will work and how much it will cost to choose a seat.

Southwest did not reveal a timeline for the change, but now we know when it'll happen. According to CNBC, the airline is implementing assigned seating starting January 27, 2026. Customers can begin ...

The airline's iconic open seating policy is coming to a close, along with its offer of two free checked bags, after more than half a century.

Southwest Airlines will switch to assigned seats on Jan. 27, 2026, the airline announced. Seat assignments will go on sale July 29, 2025.

Southwest Airlines customers will have the option to select their seat at the time of booking, starting Jan 27, the company announced.

Say goodbye to setting an alarm to get your best possible spot in a Southwest Airlines boarding line.Southwest's open seating ...

Say goodbye to setting an alarm to get your best possible spot in a Southwest Airlines boarding line. Southwest's open seating will officially end on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, the Dallas-based airline ...

The updates come as Southwest has been making massive changes to its business model that include baggage fees and premium ...