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What to know about Southwest Airlines’ new boarding process

The famous numbered metal stanchions that for decades defined Southwest Airlines’ unique boarding process are coming down as the Dallas-based carrier laid out the final plans for a new boarding ...
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Southwest Airlines surprises flyers with its new and unusual boarding process — here’s who gets on the plane first

Southwest Airlines has been making a range of changes, with the carrier now charging for checked luggage and eliminating its famous open seating policy in favor of assigned seats. From Jan. 27, 2026, ...
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Southwest's open seating policy ends Monday: What's the new boarding process?

DALLAS — One of Southwest Airlines' signature policies ends on Monday. Southwest passengers will have assigned seats starting Tuesday, ending the Texas-based airline's well-known policy of letting ...