Southwest officially ends open seating as passengers take flight with new assigned seats

The Dallas, Texas-based carrier transitioned from its longtime open seating system in keeping with competitors like American, ...

Southwest's open seating policy ends Monday: What's the new boarding process?

Southwest will also begin a new group-based boarding system starting on Jan 27. The new boarding process will prioritize ...
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The day has come: Southwest launches assigned seating, shakes up boarding process

The changes Southwest Airlines has been planning for more than a year are now live — including assigned seats, ending the ...
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Southwest Airlines Bids Farewell to Open-Seating Policy, Introduces Assigned Seats in Major Overhaul

Southwest Airlines replaces its open-seating policy with assigned seating to align with industry norms and boost profits.

Southwest assigned seats begin Jan. 27 with new boarding groups

Southwest is preparing to end open seating and move to assigned seats and group boarding later this month. Here’s what to know.

Southwest Airlines moves to assigned seating: Here's a look at what travelers can expect

Southwest passengers will have assigned seats starting Tuesday. This marks an end to the Texas-based airline's well-known longstanding policy of allowing flyers choose their own seats as they board.
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Details emerge about Southwest Airlines' new boarding process. Here's what we know

Southwest Airlines is making huge changes to its business model next year, starting with a brand-new boarding process rolling out in late January. Now, we have a better idea of what that boarding ...