The end of an era is official for Southwest Airlines passengers. On Monday, the airline announced a start date for its new assigned seating, which will bring the airline’s longstanding open-seat ...

Southwest Airlines will begin selling tickets for assigned and premium seating on July 29, when the company's next flight schedule extension is released to the public.

Southwest Airlines announces start date for assigned seating: Here's when By Marnie Hunter, CNN, CNNWire Monday, July 21, 2025 ...