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08-05-2017
03:03 PM
All the information about young travelers is here: https://www.southwest.com/html/customer-service/family/young-travelers.html In short, yes, you can get an escort pass.
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08-05-2017
03:00 PM
08-05-2017
03:00 PM
In my experience, if passenger asks either a gate agent or a representative at the check-in counter before taking the first flight, they would reroute the passenger if that's an option. Some originating cities might not have another route available. Curious if others here can share their experiences.
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08-04-2017
10:46 AM
08-04-2017
10:46 AM
Make the new reservation online. After selecting your flights find the "Do you want to apply travel funds?" section of the checkout screen. Put in the confirmation number and passenger name of the canceled reservation and apply. If the same passenger is named on the new flight, the credit will be applied.
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08-03-2017
07:56 PM
08-03-2017
07:56 PM
Chase Sapphire Preferred points don't have any connection to the Companion Pass. Southwest credit cards are the only ones that generate CP qualifying points.
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08-03-2017
12:29 PM
08-03-2017
12:29 PM
Baggage counters open at least two hours before the first flight of the day (Southwest's policy is to allow checked bags up to three hours before a flight). If you're not on the first flight and not planning on getting to the airport six hours early you'll be fine.
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08-03-2017
10:09 AM
It's not based on total points in your account. Have you flown 25 qualifying one-way flights or earned 35,000 tier qualifying points in a calendar year?
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08-03-2017
09:04 AM
08-03-2017
09:04 AM
From https://www.southwest.com/air/flight-schedules/index.html We are currently accepting air reservations through April 6, 2018. On August 28, 2017 we will open our schedule for sale through June 1, 2018. This date is subject to change! Please check back frequently
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08-03-2017
09:02 AM
08-03-2017
09:02 AM
I don't know about the HOU flights, but here is some info about the switch from MCO to FLL Beautiful Aruba also gets some attention in March, when we shift our Aruba-Orlando nonstop to our digs in the new Ft. Lauderdale International Terminal! The new Aruba-Ft. Lauderdale daily roundtrip will not only offer South Florida a new way to get to the Netherland Antilles, it offers a consolidated, single-terminal international experience for Southwest Customers from elsewhere in the U.S. And Southwest is growing our international footprint from Ft. Lauderdale quickly—Aruba will be the 10th international destination served from this gateway. Aruba also has a PreClear set up thanks to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection so it makes connecting back in the states a breeze since you arrive as if you’re a domestic traveler.
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08-01-2017
10:30 PM
08-01-2017
10:30 PM
I searched for a one way flight LGA-LAX and in the search results it shows several flights a day route through MDW. If you want complete control over it just book separate reservations, LGA-MDW and MDW-LAX.
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Yes. Using the confirmation number from the canceled flight, you can apply the price paid towards another flight later on. You must complete travel within one year of the purchase date of the reservation you canceled. If you purchased the EarlyBird Check-In option you are better off changing (not canceling) the reservation. Change it to a date far in the future for a similarly priced flight (any flight will do), then change it again once you know your plans. If you cancel a flight with EarlyBird you lose the price paid for EarlyBird. Best wishes to your family
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08-01-2017
01:59 PM
08-01-2017
01:59 PM
Address does not matter, only your name is important. Additionally, if you are flying internationally your whole driver's license is irrelevant, your passport is what matters.
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08-01-2017
01:02 AM
08-01-2017
01:02 AM
Holiday season flights definetly fill up fast and have a limited number of Wanna Get Away fares. Southwest does occasionally make lower fare buckets available again closer to the date, but it's not likely considering demand for flights is extremely high now and they can sell tickets at higher fares. Sadly, you might be out of luck on those dates, but never hurts to keep checking.
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07-31-2017
01:06 PM
07-31-2017
01:06 PM
According to the information on southwest.com and a few other blogs I found, a birth certificate is the only proof of age that is accepted. You could call SW to double check.
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07-31-2017
12:46 PM
07-31-2017
12:46 PM
Also, just to clarify, it's not "points earned in a 12-month period" as stated in the original question. Points must be earned in a calendar year, January through December.
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Yes, discussed MANY times. If you want to be that person go for it. Nothing new here, just don't expect a friendly neighbor during the flight.
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07-30-2017
06:21 PM
07-30-2017
06:21 PM
Email the link to yourself and then copy/paste it into a Facebook post?
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07-28-2017
03:45 PM
07-28-2017
03:45 PM
https://www.southwest.com/html/customer-service/faqs.html?topic=earlybird_checkin Is EarlyBird Check-In refundable? All EarlyBird Check-In purchases are nonrefundable. Customers who cancel their flight will forfeit the previously purchased EarlyBird Check-In option for that particular flight. In the event that a flight is cancelled by Southwest, the EarlyBird Check-In purchased for the cancelled flight will be refunded.
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07-27-2017
06:20 PM
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With those dimensions you should be ok. I've checked boxes before without any problem, you'll be asked what's in the box and must sign a damage waiver. Make sure you print your contact info with a marker on at least two sides of each box. FYI here's the size and weight limitations: Maximum weight is 50 pounds and maximum size is 62 inches (length + width + height) per check piece of luggage. Overweight items from 51 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for an overweight and oversize baggage fee of $75 per item.
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You're fine if you put them in your checked baggage. Not so sure about carrying them on. I wouldn't take their risk trying to carry them on.
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07-27-2017
12:23 PM
07-27-2017
12:23 PM
Add EarlyBird Check-in and you can enjoy your trip and not worry about anything. And yes, you can get your boarding pass at the airport.
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07-27-2017
08:46 AM
I agree! I was using it yesterday while on a Southwest flight, trying to figure out fun places to go in August. @LindseyD any inside knowledge about the map and if it will accessible from the home page again?
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07-25-2017
07:19 PM
Not sure why the link disappeared from the SW site, but I found this link on another post. https://getawayfinder.southwest.com/flights
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07-25-2017
07:17 PM
Answered on your other post https://www.southwestaircommunity.com/t5/General-Travel-Policies/Young-Taveler-Layover/m-p/58863/highlight/true#M2082
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You shouldn't have any problem getting an escort pass at the full service check-in counter. If it were me, I would just say that you're picking up a young traveler rather than trying to explain the layover situation which might just complicate things. Be prepared and have information about the flight he is arriving on in case they ask you.
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07-25-2017
10:43 AM
07-25-2017
10:43 AM
Southwest's group travel program allows name changes up to 72 hours prior to departure, but according to the online info you need a minimum of 10 people. Details can be found here: https://www.southwest.com/html/air/business-groups/group-travel.html It might be worth calling the group reservations number listed on the page to see if there is any flexibility in the number of passengers.
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07-25-2017
08:15 AM
07-25-2017
08:15 AM
Yes. "An adult traveling with a child six years old or younger may board during Family Boarding, which occurs after the “A” group has boarded and before the “B” group begins boarding. If the child and the adult are both holding an “A” boarding pass, they should board in their assigned boarding position." Keep in mind it's one adult per child, your entire group of 8 can't board in family boarding unless you have multiple children. More info about boarding can be found here: https://www.southwest.com/html/generated/help/faqs/boarding_the_plane_faq.html Enjoy your trip!
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07-23-2017
05:02 PM
@markgw2006 I've never heard of anything like this. Curious where you heard it.
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