Starting on Wednesday, the Dallas-based carrier will charge customers $35 for their first checked bag and $45 for their ...

Until now, it was the only major U.S. airline that allowed passengers to check two bags at no extra cost. On May 28, most ...

For Southwest Airlines passengers, it's the last day to book a flight with two guaranteed free checked bags no matter which ...

In a letter to senators, airlines and aviation unions said the legislation could sharply reduce air travel and harm overall ...

Southwest said Tuesday that it will be charging $35 for a first checked bag and $45 for a second checked bag.

Times have changed, and one of the pillars of its business model -- "bags fly free" -- has finally fallen by the wayside.

After more than 50 years, Southwest Airlines' "bags fly free" policy is ... when some passengers may be subject to a checked bag fee when booking a flight on the discount carrier.

Southwest’s fee are aligned with other carriers’ prices. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines all charge between $35 to $40 for the first checked bag. Others, like JetBlue ...

It was once a standout perk that set Southwest Airlines apart from the rest: bags fly free. But now, even Southwest is ...

The airline will nix its two free checked bags policy, introduce a "Basic" fare and ask customers to keep portable charging ...

Major airlines said on Monday they oppose a new effort to advance legislation that would reduce fees charged by Visa and ...

Flying with Southwest Airlines? You'll now need to pay for checked bags. Here's what to know about fees under the new policy.