United States · WN / SWA
Guide d'Enregistrement en Ligne Southwest Airlines
America's largest domestic carrier and original low-cost airline. Online check-in opens exactly 24 hours before departure on southwest.com — timing matters because boarding position is assigned by check-in time.
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Quand l'enregistrement Southwest Airlines ouvre-t-il et ferme-t-il ?
Bagages Southwest Airlines en un coup d'œil
| Type | Dimensions | Poids | Inclus ? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article personnel | 46×26×22 cm | 18 kg | Oui |
| Bagage cabine | 61×41×25 cm | 18 kg | Oui |
| Bagage en soute | — | 23 kg | Oui |
Problèmes courants d'enregistrement Southwest Airlines
Check-in timing determines boarding position
Problème : Southwest doesn't assign seats — passengers board in groups (A, B, C) based on check-in time. Late check-in = back of plane.
Solution : Check in EXACTLY 24 hours before departure (set a calendar reminder). Or pay for EarlyBird Check-In ($15–$25) for automatic 36-hour pre-check-in.
No advance seat selection
Problème : Travelers from non-US airlines often expect to choose seats; Southwest's open seating shocks first-timers.
Solution : Board early (group A) for first pick. Families with children under 6 board between A and B (Family Boarding).
Two free checked bags — keep them
Problème : Southwest is the last major US airline with 2 free checked bags. Passengers leaving Southwest for budget carriers often don't realize the difference.
Solution : Stick with Southwest for trips with bags. The bag fees on Spirit/Frontier/American Basic Economy often exceed the fare difference.
FAQ enregistrement Southwest Airlines
When does Southwest check-in open?
Exactly 24 hours before scheduled departure. Set a calendar reminder — check-in time determines your boarding position (A, B, or C group).
Why doesn't Southwest assign seats?
Southwest pioneered open seating — passengers board in groups based on check-in order, then pick any open seat. Faster boarding/deplaning, but stresses out non-US passengers expecting assigned seats.
Are 2 checked bags really free?
Yes — Southwest is unique among major US airlines for this. 2 × 23 kg checked bags are included in every fare, even the cheapest 'Wanna Get Away' base fare.