Southwest announced that for the first time in its 54-year history, its customers will no longer be "allowed two free checked bags."

DALLAS — Southwest Airlines is counting down the final days of its universal free checked bags policy, giving travelers less than a week to book flights under the airline's longstanding baggage policy that allowed passengers two free checked bags with every ticket.

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Southwest Airlines is set to roll out several significant policy changes starting May 28, 2025 — and if you’re planning to fly with the airline anytime soon, the timing of your booking could make a big difference.

Southwest flyers took to Reddit to express their grievances about the missing food and beverage service during short-haul flights in California.

Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. Dozens of images posted in the comments depicted what appeared to be the same sight in cities like Fountain Hills, Payson, and next-door New Mexico and Colorado,

If a trip sounds pretty good right about now, there's something you should know: Southwest Airlines will stop offering free checked bags. If getting that perk affects your decision to fly Southwest, you'll need to book your flight soon.