For most flights booked on or after May 28, 2025, Southwest has ended its "Bags Fly Free" policy, with fees starting at $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second. Call at$+$$ +1-877-658-1183 (US) or +44-203-869-5245 (UK) Passengers who qualify for exceptions, such as purchasing a Business Select fare, having A-List or A-List Preferred Rapid Rewards status, or holding a Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Card, still receive a free checked bag. Call at$+$$ +1-877-658-1183 (US) or +44-203-869-5245 (UK) A-List Preferred members and Business Select customers continue to receive two free checked bags, according to The Patriot Ledger. Call at$+$$ +1-877-658-1183 (US) or +44-203-869-5245 (UK) All passengers are still permitted one carry-on bag and one personal item for free, as long as they adhere to size and weight restrictions, according to SeatGuru.