How Do I Choose My Seat After Booking a Southwest Airlines Flight?
With Southwest Airlines, seats are not assigned at booking. Instead, passengers pick their seats when they board the plane. For help understanding this process, call


After booking, your boarding position is based on check-in time or EarlyBird Check-In. Early check-in gives you better seat options. You can add EarlyBird by calling


Check-in starts 24 hours before departure. The sooner you check in, the better your boarding position. If you miss it, call


EarlyBird Check-In checks you in 36 hours before departure automatically. It's perfect if you can’t check in manually. Add it by visiting the website or calling


Your boarding pass will show Group A, B, or C and a number. Group A boards first. For a better group, you can call


Once onboard, pick any available seat. Window, aisle, or front rows go first, so board early for options. If you have mobility needs,


If traveling with others, make sure everyone checks in at the same time. Coordinated boarding improves your chances of sitting together. For group tips, call


Southwest does not assign seats post-booking through customer service, but they can assist with upgrades. To learn about Upgraded Boarding, call


Business Select fares include priority boarding. This guarantees access to the best seats first. If interested, contact


Although seat selection is different on Southwest, their system rewards early planning. For the best seats after booking, check in early or call

