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Can I choose my favorite seat on Southwest Airlines?

Read the Southwest Seat Selection policy and snag your favorite seat when flying with Southwest Airlines. Book now & fly comfortably.

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Can I choose my favorite seat on Southwest Airlines?

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  1. Are you scared of getting that dreaded middle seat? Don’t panic and turn to the airline’s Seat Selection policy to nab your favorite place on the aircraft and fly hassle-free. Unlike other airlines, Southwest offers a quirky open seating boarding process, which means that you can choose your seat as soon as you board the flight. However, it can be stressful as you must invest all your energy to get a good seat on the flight. So, if you cannot rely on your luck and effort when it comes to the seating, it’s good to choose your seat beforehand and board calmly. Here’s everything you should know about the Southwest seat selection procedure. Without further ado, let’s get into it. Can I Select a Preferred Seat on Southwest Flights? Unfortunately, No. Southwest Airlines follows an open seating policy that works on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once you are on the plane, you can choose any open seat based on your preferences. Be mindful that seats won’t be assigned ahead of time. Instead, passengers will be classified into boarding groups: A, B, C, and D, and a boarding position, 1 - 60. The boarding group and position decide when you board the plane. How Does Southwest Airlines Open Seating Policy Work? Here comes the real question - How can you select your preferred seat on the plane, and how does this open Southwest Seat Selection actually work? ● If you are new to Southwest, you might find the boarding process quirky and unique. The airline usually classifies travelers among different groups and boarding positions, and they must board the plane accordingly. ● You will be handed out placards with one of the three letters. Travelers must line up under a letter and board the flight. Now, please remember that your boarding positions depend on certain factors, such as

  2. ● Check-in time ● Elite Status ● EarlyBird Check-in ● Type of Ticket ● Pre-boarding ● Upgraded boarding How to Get the Best Seat on Southwest Airlines Flight? Now that you have a thorough knowledge of the Southwest Seat Selection policy, let’s find a few tips and tricks to snag the “best” seating position on the flight. Check-in ASAP ● The best and “free” method to snag the best seat on the Southwest Airlines flight is to check in at least 24 hours before the flight departure. ● Early check-in will help you get the top boarding positions, which further helps you nab the best seat. Book Business Select Seats ● Southwest Business Select fares guarantees an A1 - A15 boarding positions. ● While the fare is pricy compared to other options, it offers top boarding positions and fully refundable tickets. Opt for EarlyBird Check-In ● If you are unsure about checking in the flight 24 hours before the departure, consider purchasing the EarlyBird check-in and get the best boarding position. ● Travelers who opted for EarlyBird check-in will be classified either into A or B groups.

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