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Southwest Airlines has made a number of controversial moves over the past few months that have left travelers scratching their collective heads. The airline known for offering free bags decided to ...

The low-cost airline's leadership isn't ruling out the rollout of new premium offerings, airport lounges or long-haul international flights to coveted destinations like Europe as it looks to compete ...

While Southwest Airlines currently has several limitations that prevent it from successfully and profitably operating flights between the US and Europe, that is not to say that it will never happen.

Just two months after ending its long-standing “Bags Fly Free” policy, the airline has announced when it will roll out assigned seating — a significant shift from its traditional boarding process. For ...

Southwest Airlines ' transformation could become even more radical, as its CEO eyes plenty of potential changes. "Whatever customers need in 2025, 2030, we won't take any of that off the table ...

ARLINGTON, Texas — Southwest Airlines is considering airport lounges, more premium seating and even long-haul international flights to win over high-spending customers, CEO Bob Jordan said ...

In our latest roundup of travel news: a new unwelcome American visa fee, how airlines fight the “scourge” of excess baggage, ...