Southwest first announced the change last summer, where they said they will switch to assigned seating for the first time in ...

Southwest Airlines' signature boarding style is being replaced with zoned groups and customizable seating perks.

Southwest Airlines' transition to assigned seating follows recent policy changes including the end of their bags fly free ...

Southwest Airlines' new boarding process will swap open for 'group' seating. Here's when it'll start, what it'll look like at ...

Tickets for assigned seating will go on sale next week as the airline continues to shed the features that once made its brand ...

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 ...

Southwest Airlines announced Monday that flights with assigned seats will begin Jan. 27. The current model, long a ...

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

Southwest Airlines will launch assigned seating in January amidst implementation of extra fees, legroom changes and boarding ...

Assigned seating option becomes available for flights starting January 27, 2026 Customers can select Extra Legroom, Preferred ...

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

As part of the assigned seating plan, Southwest will move from position-based boarding to group-based boarding. According to the airline, there will be up to eight boarding groups on every flight, and ...