US EditionAll the changes Southwest Airlines is making ahead of summer travel
- Southwest Airlines will implement an expiration date for flight credits starting May 28, 2025, upsetting many travelers who previously benefited from a non-expiring credits policy.
- Only Southwest's A-List loyalty program members will be able to check their first and second bags for free starting May 28, while charges will apply for overweight or extra bags.
- Southwest Airlines plans to lay off 1,750 employees starting April 22, marking its first mass job cuts, which will save over $500 million.
- The layoffs are part of a strategy to adapt to changing traveler habits and increase profitability.
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Southwest Airlines Is Getting Rid of Another Traveler Perk—What to Know
The popular airline will revoke another major perk ahead of the busy summer travel season.Jay L. Clendenin/Getty Images The wing of a Southwest Airlines plane is seen against a bright blue sky.Southwest Airlines is ending another policy popular with travelers.The new rules will apply to the airline's flight credits and go into effect May 28.Some travelers are saying they will no longer fly with Southwest due to the new restrictions.Southwest Air…
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