About Southwest Airlines

• Southwest Airlines, established in 1967, is a trailblazing low-cost carrier in the aviation industry. Known for its affordability, customer-friendly approach, and streamlined operations, Southwest has made air travel accessible to a broader audience.
• Today, Southwest is the world’s largest low-cost air carrier. The airline remains a prominent player in the airline industry, shaping the way people travel by air with its low fares and exceptional service.
• SWABIZ is a corporate booking tool that allows you to manage and track your travel program without the fees that other booking tools charge.
• As of 2023, Denver has more departures than any other city. 
• Southwest Airlines has a unique policy that allows passengers to change their flights without paying change fees.

History

• The airline was founded in 1967 and first only operated in Texas.
• Southwest Airlines is the first in the industry to offer a profit-sharing Plan

Headquarters

• Dallas, Texas

NYSE Ticker Symbol

• NYSE: LUV

Aircraft Manufacturer

• Southwest operates only Boeing and boasts the largest Boeing fleet in the world.

Southwest Fare Types

• Business Select (Refundable, priority boarding, complimentary drink, free inflight internet, 12 rapid rewards), 
• Anytime (refundable, early bird check-in, priority and express lanes, and earn 10 rapid rewards points per dollar per qualifying flight).
• Wanna Get Away+ (nonrefundable, Transferable Flight Credit, Free same-day confirmed change and Earn 8 Rapid Rewards points per dollar per qualifying flight)
• Wanna Get Away (Non-refundable, two bags fly free, No fees to change or cancel, Free same-day standby, and Earn 6 Rapid Rewards points per dollar per qualifying flight)