Southwest Airlines
Date Change Policy: Complete Rescheduling Guide

Changed your plans? This guide breaks down Southwest Airlines’ flexible booking policies, including how to change your flight online, what to expect regarding fare differences, and how to use Southwest’s no change fee policy to your advantage.

Southwest Airlines' Flight Change Guidelines

Eligibility
  • All Fare Types: No change fees on any fare, including Wanna Get Away, Anytime, and Business Select.
  • Refundable Tickets: No change fees or fare differences for changes to same-fare-class flights.
  • Cut-off Times: Changes must be made before the scheduled departure. Post-departure changes are not permitted.
Fees
  • Domestic/International: No change fees on any flights. Only fare differences apply.  
  • SameDay Changes: $0 fee for confirmed changes (all passengers eligible).
Process

How to Change Your Flight Date: Complete Process

Rescheduling your Southwest Airlines flight is straightforward if you follow these steps:  

Access Your Booking
  1. Visit Southwest Airlines and navigate to Manage Reservations.
  2. Enter your confirmation number and first and last name to retrieve your itinerary.
Select 'Change Flight'
  1. Once your trip is displayed, click on the Change Flight button.
  2. All fare types, including Wanna Get Away, have this option available.
Choose New Flight Dates
  • Use the calendar interface to select new travel dates. The system will display available flights and updated prices.  
  • Compare options, as fare differences can vary significantly depending on the new date and time.  
Review and Confirm Changes
  • The system will clearly show the breakdown of costs: any fare difference (no change fees).  
  • If the new fare is lower, you will receive the difference as a travel credit for future use.  
  • Confirm the changes and proceed to payment if additional funds are required.
Receive Updated Itinerary
  • Once processed, you will receive a new confirmation email. Ensure all details are correct before traveling.
Important Notes:
  • If you encounter errors online or have a complex itinerary, call Southwest at +1 (866) 240-3931 for assistance.
  • Changes must be completed before the scheduled departure of your original flight.
  • Southwest’s policy allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure online.

Southwest Airlines Date Change Fees

Ticket TypeDomestic Change FeeInternational Change FeeSame-Day Fee
Wanna Get Away$0$0$0
Anytime$0$0$0
Business Select$0$0$0

Real World Example: Changing a domestic flight from June 15 to June 20 with a $50 higher fare would cost $50 total (no change fee). If the new flight is $30 cheaper, you would receive $30 in travel funds.

Key Restrictions and Considerations

Fare Differences

Passengers must pay any increase in fare when changing to a more expensive flight.  

Travel Funds

If the new fare is cheaper, the difference is issued as travel funds valid for one year.  

No-Show Policy

Customers who fail to cancel before departure forfeit ticket value, but can use the funds for future travel within one year.

How We Facilitate Flight Changes

Need Help Rescheduling Your Southwest Airlines Flight? Our services include:  

  • Finding the lowest fare differences for new dates  
  •  Processing same day changes and standby requests  
  •  Handling complex itinerary changes  
  •  Managing travel funds and credits
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You must make changes before your originally scheduled flight departs. Southwest allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure online.

Yes. If the new flight is more expensive, you pay the difference. If cheaper, you receive the difference as travel funds valid for one year.

If the airline cancels or significantly changes your flight, you are entitled to a full refund or free rebooking on the next available flight per DOT regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Disclaimer: Policies and fees are subject to change. This information is provided as a guide and does not constitute legal advice. Passenger rights may apply in cases of significant schedule changes or cancellations initiated by the airline.

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