As part of a larger overhaul of Southwest Airline's business model, the airline will now charge passengers fees for checked bags. Carry-on bags and personal items will remain free.

Southwest becomes last major U.S. airline to set new checked bag fee 03:43. After more than 50 years, Southwest Airlines' "bags fly free" policy is finally coming to an end.

Beginning with flights on May 28 and later, Southwest Airlines will charge $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second. However, these fees are just for the general flying public.

A Southwest Airlines traveler checks a bag at Midway International Airport, March 11, 2025, in Chicago. Erin Hooley/AP The era of free checked bags while flying Southwest Airlines is coming to an end.

If you're a traveler on a budget, even the smallest additional costs can put a dent in your trip. Here's what you need to know about Southwest Airlines' new bag fees and how to avoid paying them.

(Southwest charges $150 for a third checked bag and up to $200 for overweight luggage among other fees).However, that is a fraction of the baggage fees collected by other airlines, with American ...

Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on new reservations starting May 28th. The fees will be $35 for the first bag and $45 for a second. These changes are part of a larger ...

Bob Jordan recently introduced major changes to the way the low-cost airline works, which caused a stir among loyal fliers ...

(Southwest charges $150 for a third checked bag and up to $200 for overweight luggage among other fees).However, that is a fraction of the baggage fees collected by other airlines, with American ...

Beginning with flights on May 28 and later, Southwest Airlines will charge $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second. However, these fees are just for the general flying public.