Southwest Airlines ends free checked bag policy

Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 11:22 am

Southwest Airlines has ended its beloved free checked bag policy, now charging fees for every bag. This long-awaited policy reversal marks a shift in an industry trend, leaving nostalgic travelers grumbling over the loss of complimentary luggage.

oann.com / Southwest Airlines ends free baggage policy, to charge $35 for first bag

Southwest Airlines will charge $35 for one checked bag and $45 for the second starting today, bringing an end to the airline's free luggage policy.

cbsnews.com / Southwest becomes last major U.S. airline to set new checked bag fee

Southwest Airlines set its first-ever bag check fee, becoming the last major U.S. airline to do so. Also, United Airlines has a new check-in policy. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest updates from Phoenix.

cbsnews.com / Here's how much checked bags will now cost on Southwest as airline implements new policy

As the busy summer travel season gets underway, so does Southwest's new checked bag policy. On all new bookings, the first checked bag will cost $35 and the second will be $45. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.

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