03-19-2024
09:38 AM
It seems the guidance on this has been updated. The weight requirement remains but the 62 inches in total size no longer results in excess size charges.
https://support.southwest.com/helpcenter/s/article/What-sports-equipment-can-I-bring?clk=HC_Bags_1301_AcceptedSportsEquip
If the item of sporting equipment exceeds 50 pounds in weight, excess weight charges will apply. If the item of sporting equipment exceeds 62 inches in size (outside length plus height plus width), excess size charges will not apply.
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10-11-2023
08:11 PM
I was just charged $125 for golf clubs in a hard case. The counter person measured height + width + length. ~78"
I have been traveling with same case since the 80's and have never been charged. Always keep it under 50lbs. I'll start driving if this is case
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