Southwest Airlines gets U.S. DoT approval to serve Havana, Cuba from Ft. Lauderdale and Tampa Bay

Daily flights expected to begin in 2016 from Ft. Lauderdale to three Cuban cities: Havana, Varadero, and Santa Clara, along with daily nonstop service from Tampa to Havana DALLAS, Texas, 2016-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today welcomed news from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) that the carrier has been… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines to start service between Kansas City International Airport and San Antonio International Airport on November 6, 2016

Kansas City, MO, 2016-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines announced today it will begin service between Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and San Antonio International Airport (SAT) on November 6, 2016 with one daily nonstop flight. The service will be operated with Boeing 737 aircraft. Tickets are available for purchase at Southwest.com. Ranked by… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines launches daily service between BWI Marshall and Mineta San Jose International Airport from November 6

Nonstop Flights to San Jose, CA Starting in November 2016 Baltimore, MD, 2016-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines announced its November 2016 schedule update today, including new nonstop service between Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and San Jose, CA. The daily transcontinental service between BWI Marshall and Mineta San Jose International Airport is… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines applies for new international service between Los Angeles and Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and San Jose del Cabo/Los Cabos

DALLAS, 2016-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today extended its bookable flight schedule from early November through Jan. 4, 2017, offering new nonstop service options through Southwest.com for Customers flying Southwest® in every time zone of the continental U.S.  The new routes were published a day after Southwest Airlines Chairman, President… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines listed amongst the 2016 Most Valuable Employers for Military® as named by CivilianJobs.com

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2016-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is among the 2016 Most Valuable Employers (MVE) for Military® as named by CivilianJobs.com. The MVE winners list helps veterans and job-seekers with military experience identify the top employers to target for civilian careers. “We’re honored to be a Most Valuable Employer for Military, and… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines’ loyalty program Rapid Rewards® named Program of the Year for the Americas by the Freddie Awards

DALLAS, 2016-Apr-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) loyalty program, Rapid Rewards®, has been named Program of the Year for the Americas by the Freddie Awards, one of the most prestigious honors for loyalty programs in the travel industry. Rapid Rewards was also recognized as Best Customer Service at Inside Flyer magazine’s… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines to start new nonstop service from Oakland International Airport to Long Beach (LGB) beginning June 5

Flights Surge in Bay to Basin Corridor by Way of OAK Oakland, CA, 2016-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — As it welcomes the former Long Beach Airport Director, Bryant Francis, to take its helm, Oakland International Airport (OAK) announces that service to Long Beach (LGB) will increase to include four new peak daily nonstops on Southwest. … Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines announces new service linking Long Beach Airport and Oakland starting June 5, 2016

DALLAS, TX, 2016-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today announced new service linking Long Beach Airport (LGB) and Oakland with four flights a day in each direction beginning Sunday, June 5, 2016.  Southwest® announced the news aboard the iconic RMS Queen Mary with Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia and other representatives of Long Beach government, business, and… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines ranked #13 of the 500 companies on Forbes’ List of Best Employers for 2016

DALLAS, TX, 2016-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co.®(NYSE: LUV) announced today that it ranked #13 of the 500 companies on Forbes’ List of Best Employers for 2016. This is the second year of the Forbes’ List of Best Employers, with Southwest® moving up from 18 in 2015. “This ranking is really a recognition… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines plans to bring more low-fare service to Greater Los Angeles by adding new service at Long Beach Airport

California’s largest carrier of air travelers files slot application to add service at fifth airport in L.A. Basin Dallas, TX, 2016-Feb-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today confirmed its interest and application to bring more low-fare service to Greater Los Angeles by adding new Southwest® service in 2016 at Long Beach… Read the full news article

Grace D. Lieblein becomes Southwest Airlines Board member

DALLAS, TX, 2016-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Directors of Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has appointed Grace D. Lieblein as a member of the Board. Lieblein most recently served as Vice President, Global Quality for General Motors (GM), and has more than 20 years of experience in senior executive positions in the Automotive… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines updates its iOS® mobile app

Express booking feature to provide Customers convenience to low fares and more DALLAS, TX, 2016-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today released an update to its iOS® mobile app available now in Apple®’s App Store for iPhone®. Today’s release introduces an all-new app with a faster and more streamlined interface, providing… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines appoints Tom Nealon as Executive VP Strategy & Innovation effective January 2016

Senior Executive Joins Airline after Resignation from Southwest Board of Directors DALLAS, 2015-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today announced that Tom Nealon will join Southwest Airlines in January 2016 as Executive Vice President Strategy & Innovation. Until recently, Nealon served Southwest as a member of its Board of Directors. He… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines launches twice-daily, nonstop service from Baltimore/Washington to Minneapolis/St. Paul

DALLAS, 2015-11-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is bringing not one, but two daily flights from Baltimore/Washington to Minneapolis/St. Paul. The new, twice-daily, nonstop service begins on April 12, 2016, with fares as low as $79 one-way. Purchase Nov.9 through Nov. 19, 2015, 11:59 p.m. in the respective time zone of… Read the full news article

The third annual Midway Fly Away 5K Run/Walk is Sunday, September 13; Registration open through September 10

CHICAGO, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Attention runners, walkers and aviation enthusiasts — the third annual Midway Fly Away 5K Run/Walk is Sunday, September 13. Registration is open through September 10 by visiting www.sochicago.org. This event offers runners and walkers of all fitness levels the opportunity to walk directly on the airfield of Midway International… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015; 8.2% increase vs July 2014

DALLAS, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today reported its July and year-to-date preliminary traffic statistics. The Company flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015, an 8.2 percent increase from the 10.6 billion RPMs flown in July 2014. Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 7.0 percent to… Read the full news article

The third annual Midway Fly Away 5K Run/Walk returns September 13

CHICAGO, 2015-7-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The third annual Midway Fly Away 5K Run/Walk returns September 13, offering runners and walkers of all fitness levels the opportunity to experience the airfield of Midway International Airport.  The course offers stunning views of Chicago’s skyline as the backdrop, complete with aircraft taking off and landing overhead…. Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® to hire additional 650 Customer Service Representatives at call centers in Albuquerque, Phoenix and San Antonio

DALLAS, 2015-7-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is on a mission to hire an additional 650 Customer Service Representatives at call centers in Albuquerque, N.M.; Phoenix; and San Antonio. Southwest Airlines Customer Service Representatives provide the legendary Customer Service Southwest Airlines is known for while resolving Customer concerns, providing information, and… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines reaches a tentative agreement with its Flight Attendants including wage increases, bonus opportunities, and work-rule adjustments

DALLAS, 2015-7-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that it has reached a tentative agreement with its Flight Attendants.  Terms of the deal were not released, but the airline said they include wage increases, bonus opportunities, and work-rule adjustments. “I applaud the efforts of everyone who worked so hard to… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines extends its early 2016 flight schedule from Jan. 6 through Mar. 8, 2016

What’s better than getting a cold treat on a hot summer day? It’s time to plan winter travel with fares as low as $49 one-way for new, nonstop service! DALLAS, 2015-7-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is giving Customers a first look at its early 2016 flight schedule by extending it… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines supports the LGBT community through its celebration of LGBT Pride Month in June

Southwest Airlines and Accenture co-host an LGBT Pride Month event featuring retired NBA player and LGBT Advocate Jason Collins who will share his personal journey as the first openly gay player in the NBA DALLAS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) shows its continued commitment to the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,… Read the full news article

Wings for Autism community and volunteers to kick off an initiative with 20 children and their parents at Midway International Airport

CHICAGO, 2015-6-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Earlier this month, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Southwest Airlines staff at Midway International Airport joined with the Wings for Autism community and volunteers to kick off its initiative with 20 children and their parents. Wings for Autism is an airport “rehearsal” specially designed for individuals with autism spectrum… Read the full news article

Jason Van Eaton joins Southwest Airlines as as its new Managing Director of Governmental Affairs

DALLAS, 2015-6-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today announced Jason Van Eaton has joined the Company as its new Managing Director of Governmental Affairs.  In the newly created position, Van Eaton will lead the Governmental Affairs Team, which is devoted to building and fostering relationships and advocating for Southwest in local… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines launches new nonstop service between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) starting November 1, 2015

AIRLINE’S SIXTH NEW OAK FLIGHT THIS YEAR 3RD DAILY DALLAS LOVE FLIGHT ALSO ADDED Oakland, CA, 2015-5-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines has announced that it will begin new nonstop service linking Atlanta with the San Francisco Bay Area with new flights between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) beginning November… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® to hire additional 500 Ramp Agents

DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is on a mission to hire an additional 500 Ramp Agents. Southwest Airlines Ramp Agents provide the famous Southwest Hospitality by handling cargo and baggage service, directing and servicing aircraft, and performing related activities on the airport ramp. Paid relocation assistance may be available for… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines selected the new seats for its future Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft deliveries

Airline continues its brand evolution; seats to be installed on -800 and MAX aircraft deliveries beginning mid-2016 DALLAS, 2015-4-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has selected the Customer seats for its future Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft deliveries. The carrier, in partnership with Boeing, will be the first to roll out… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines to provide daily service between Denver International Airport and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, subject to governmental approvals

Carrier to add third nonstop destination in Mexico for Denver Customers DALLAS, 2015-4-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide daily, nonstop service between Denver International Airport (DEN) and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, beginning in November 2015, subject… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® announces its newest sponsorship as the Official Airline of the LA Dodgers

Carrier Extends All-Star Roster from the Runway to the Diamond with Sponsorship of Five Major League Teams this Baseball Season DALLAS, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is stepping up to the plate and ready to play ball this season as the Official Airline of five Major League Baseball Teams. With the… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines launched its latest advertising campaign with agency partner GSD&M during the NCAA Tournament

Company brings back a familiar face who’s traveling more than ever DALLAS, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has launched its latest advertising campaign in conjunction with existing placements airing during the NCAA Tournament. Working with agency partner GSD&M in Austin, Texas, Southwest’s new campaign brings to life those human moments… Read the full news article