Assigned seating is coming to Southwest Airlines in 2026. Here's when, how it will work and how much it will cost to choose a seat.

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Another major change is coming to Southwest Airlines. Just two months after ending its long-standing “Bags Fly Free” policy, the airline has announced when it will roll out assigned seating ...

Another major change is coming to Southwest Airlines. Just two months after ending its long-standing “Bags Fly Free” policy, the airline has announced when it will roll out assigned seating ...

The airline announced Monday that its new assigned seating will be available at the time of booking for flights beginning on January 27, 2026.

Southwest Airlines announces a shift from open seating to assigned seats starting July 29 for flights booked from 2026, becoming the last major airline to end a pick-any-seat policy.