For first time, Southwest Airlines to start charging passengers for checked bags

11 Mar 2025, 20:39 · UPI

March 11 (UPI) -- Southwest Airlines is ending a longtime perk and will now charge most flyers to check their luggage.

On Tuesday, the company announced it will begin charging passengers on May 28 for the first and second checked bag. However, A-List loyalty program holders and those in business fare will be exempt from the new fees.