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@caskey wrote:     Edit: Also, in general if you ask, people are often willing to move forward or back a row to let you sit near each other as things fill up.  Though it's not likely someone will move from an aisle/window to a middle seat unless it is for a special reason (like your flight companion is a child). Children and newlyweds for me.   You co-workers out there can just catch up when you land instead, or use the free messaging.     ... View more

Hi there,   I encourage you to give us a call at 1-800-I-FLY-SWA. An Agent will be able to resend your original booking itinerary e-mail, which includes an amount charged and payment method.   -Adam ... View more

Hi @margareta51200,   Yes, if your backpack fits within those dimensions, you should be fine to carry it onboard. Particularly if its soft-sided - you can always squish those to fit beneath the seats and in the overhead bins. You mentioned you were a first-time flyer - welcome! I hope you have a fantastic trip!      ... View more

Good to know 😊 Thx I remember a long time ago they did have them. Or maybe they were like the little push cars. But I've never flown with my toddler. I think I'll take a small stroller with me. Thanks again.  ... View more

You can edit that part, but not with ur app on ur cell. You gotta go online on ur computer and log on and click on ur reservation. Then on the name you want to edit.  ... View more

I would be absolutely shocked if a bag were refused over a difference of 5.2mm.  You'll be fine. ... View more

Sadly, no.  It's a benefit reserved for A-List Preferred.  On years I don't qualify for preferred I do miss it.  In-flight wifi is one of the most amazing inventions of the 21st century. ... View more

I'm going to second the carrier suggestion. A one-hour layover is quite short.  It'll take 5-10 minutes to get off the plane, another 5-15 for bathroom breaks and the walk to your next gate, and boarding begins 30 minutes before your outgoing flight.  Therefore you really won't have much time anyway. ... View more

You would request a pre-board ticket which lets your mom and one person board the plane before everyone else.  They would take a row near the front and then you would join them in the normal boarding order.  The only caveat with pre-board is that you can not sit in the emergency exit rows if you pre-board. ... View more