Southwest Airlines Offers Extensive Support for Maui Wildfire Recovery in Hawaii

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The western slope of the island of Maui, Hawaii, particularly evident in the historic town of Lahaina, continues to recover from the destruction and displacement of devastating wildfires. In the days following the destruction, Southwest launched a robust plan to support our Employees, Customers, and organized relief… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Expands Fare Benefits for Enhanced Customer Experience

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Last year, Southwest Airlines added Wanna Get Away Plus and Transferable Flight Credit™ to our fare lineup as new benefits for Customers. Now, we’re introducing more fare enhancements as part of our ongoing commitment to provide Customers with more choices, more flexibility, and more value when they fly… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines’ Adopt-A-Pilot Program Celebrates 25 Years of Inspiring STEM Education Through Aviation

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — This year marks the 25th anniversary of Adopt-A-Pilot®, a signature Southwest Airlines® program that has inspired more than half a million fifth graders through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-centered activities, connecting Southwest® Pilots with classrooms to engage students in aviation-related lessons. August is Aviation Month, and we’re continuing… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Expands Spring Break Travel Options with New Nonstop Routes to Popular Beach Destinations

Spring Breaking News: Southwest Airlines to Offer More Seasonal Nonstop Service for Spring Break Travel Flight schedule extended through April 8, 2024 Nonstop international service added on Saturdays between Baltimore and Belize; and between St. Louis and Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos, Mexico New route links Austin and San Juan, Puerto Rico DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-05 —… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Launches Exciting Buy One, Get One 50% Off Base Fares Promotion for Travelers

Carrier offers promotion for August & September 2023 travel saves Customers 50% off base fares for early 2024 travel DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) launched a buy one, get one 50% off base fares promotional offer. This exciting offer is valid for only a short time—now through Aug. 3,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Empowers Future Pilots at EAA AirVenture 2023 with Exclusive Aviation Experience

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines is highlighting aviation career fields and its pathway program for aspiring Pilots at EAA AirVenture 2023. As part of the outreach to the next generation of aviation professionals, the carrier is hosting a tent at the airshow offering career information and aviation-related activities. Southwest also flew a… Read the full press release

Carvana Professional Pickleball Association Partners with Southwest Airlines as Official Airline and Southwest Rapid Rewards™ Priority Credit Card as Official Credit Card of the PPA Tour

Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card from Chase named Official Credit Card of the Professional Pickleball Association Tour Carrier celebrates partnership with coveted Companion Pass for top Pickleball Pros DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Carvana Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) announced Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) as the Official Airline and the Southwest Rapid… Read the full press release

Southwest The Store Partners with HOCH.CO for Exclusive Limited-Edition Merchandise

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — We’re kicking off the week with a new merch drop from Southwest and a pretty cool backstory: During our 50th Anniversary celebration in 2021, Southwest® was tagged in this Instagram post by Andrew Hochradel. He had seen a photo of our original boarding passes and was inspired to create… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines earns recognition for fostering diversity and inclusivity in the workplace

Carrier named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 list by Newsweek and Latino Leaders Magazine Best Companies to Work for Latinos 2023 DALLAS, TX, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) celebrates earning a spot on Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 and Latino Leaders Magazine Best Companies to Work for Latinos 2023. The Dallas-based carrier… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Resumes Nonstop Flight From Indianapolis to Kansas City After Pandemic Suspension

Southwest Airlines restarts nonstop service to key Midwest destination INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines will resume its nonstop flight out of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Kansas City. The flight was previously suspended due to the pandemic in 2020. The twice daily nonstop flights will depart Indy today at… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines named one of Forbes’ 2023 America’s Best Employers

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) celebrates earning a spot on Forbes’ 2023 America’s Best Employers list. This year marks the eighth time that Southwest® received this recognition. “We’ve recruited, hired, and trained more Employees over the last year than ever in our history, and we’re dedicated to maintaining our… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines selects AWS as preferred cloud provider for digital transformation

Southwest Airlines uses AWS to optimize operations, streamline infrastructure costs, and advance delivery of digital customer experiences SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), announced that Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has selected AWS as its preferred cloud provider as the airline advances… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines expands international options with new nonstop routes from Kansas City and Long Beach airports

Airline publishes flight schedule through Nov. 4, 2023, offering up to 4,575 flights a day; Adds more international service from Kansas City, Mo.; Plus, Southwest goes to the Northwest from Long Beach with nonstop service to Boise, Idaho, and Portland, Ore.  DALLAS, TX, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is preparing… Read the full press release

$171,000 in Grant Funding Awarded to Companies Pioneering the Future of Aviation Industry

More than $170,000 Awarded to Companies Shaping the Future of the Aviation Industry GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, together with Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Seamless Ventures, Southwest Airlines®, Stantec GenerationAV and the West Michigan Aviation Academy, has announced the third round of companies that… Read the full press release

Fly for as low as $49 one-way with Southwest Airlines’ Seasonal Fare Sale!

Carrier offers fares as low as $49 one-way for travel through May 17, 2023 DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 10, 2023) launches its seasonal fare sale through Jan. 12, 2023, offering fares as low as $49 one-way for travel taking place Jan. 31, 2023, through May… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Announces Five Leadership Promotions to Strengthen Operational Execution and Better Serve Customers

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 9, 2023) announced five Leadership promotions across several Departments. These changes, which are effective immediately, represent phase two of the organizational structure work that began in September 2022. This phase will provide strong synergies by bringing Teams together, which will strengthen… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces Leadership promotions within Internal Audit and Legal Departments

DALLAS, TX, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Dec 12, 2022) announced two Leadership promotions within its Internal Audit and Legal Departments, both effective immediately. Internal Audit Ted Gordon was promoted to Vice President Internal Audit where he will be responsible for leading Internal Audit functions. Gordon will provide strategic and tactical leadership… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces Scholarship Program recipients

The 2022 Southwest Airlines Scholarship Program awarded 15 scholarships for a total commitment of $260,000 over four years DALLAS, TX, 2022-Dec-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Dec 5, 2022) announced recipients for the Herbert D. Kelleher and Rollin W. King Scholarship and the Southwest Airlines Scholarship. The scholarships champion the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and Kidd’s Kids partner for the 16th year to send more than 20 Kidd’s Kids and their families on a special trip

DALLAS, TX, 2022-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines and Kidd’s Kids partnered for the 16th year to send more than 20 Kidd’s Kids and their families on a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth outside of Orlando, Fla. Southwest hosted a celebratory pre-flight event, complete with a red carpet send-off and… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport welcomes Southwest Airlines inaugural flight to Palm Springs

San José, Calif., 2022-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — As of last night, a popular destination for Bay Area travelers became even more accessible for passengers flying out of Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC), with the inauguration of Southwest Airlines flights to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). “We are excited to add… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines offers 20% off base fares for Rapid Rewards points bookings for fall and winter travel

Carrier offers 20% off base fares for all bookings using Rapid Rewards points for fall and winter travel, including Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday travel dates DALLAS, TX, 2022-Oct-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Oct 18, 2022) announces that its award-winning Rapid Rewards® frequent flyer program has launched a promotional… Read the full press release

Recipients of the 2022 ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award Program announced

The ¡Lánzate!/Take Off Travel Program helps college students stay connected to their families while pursuing higher education DALLAS, TX, 2022-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) in partnership with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), announced its 2022 recipients for the ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award Program. Through this national… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines highlights why they stand out from the competition with the launch of new “Go with Heart” campaign

Carrier highlights points of difference, flexible policies, and ongoing efforts toward Customer Modernization for an enhanced onboard experience DALLAS, TX, 2022-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Oct 10, 2022) launched a new brand campaign, “Go with Heart,” showcasing the carrier’s points of difference, including bags fly free®,1 no change or cancellation… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces returns of Companion Pass® offer

Rapid Rewards Members who register, book, and fly can earn a limited-time, promotional Companion Pass for travel between January and March 2023 DALLAS, TX, 2022-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Sep 6, 2022) announced its promotional Companion Pass® offer is once again back and ready for takeoff. Rapid Rewards® Members… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport applauds Southwest Airlines for introducing SAF at OAK

OAK is now the third commercial airport in the U.S. to have SAF incorporated in the daily operations of a major airline Oakland, Calif., 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — This month marks the first time that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be used in the operations of Southwest Airlines® at Oakland International Airport (OAK)…. Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines introduces new travel portal Southwest Business Assist™

Carrier reveals Southwest Business Assist which brings new features and capabilities for Corporate Travel Buyers and Travel Decision Makers to better manage business travel on Southwest Airlines DALLAS, TX, 2022-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Aug 15, 2022) announced it is making it easier than ever to manage business travel… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines named as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity in 2022 by Forbes for the fifth consecutive year

Carrier once again named on list for its continued investment in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion DALLAS, TX, 2022-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) proudly receives more accolades for its continued commitment to making Southwest® a more diverse and inclusive organization, where Employees thrive, feel appreciated, valued, and have an authentic sense of… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines scores 100 on 2022 Disability Equality Index for the third consecutive year

Carrier scores 100 on 2022 Disability Equality Index Dallas, TX, 2022-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jul 20, 2022) announced it earned the top score on Disability:IN®, the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide, 2022 Disability Equality Index (DEI). The carrier’s continued focus on its diversity, equity, and… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines updates flight tracker with Destination Reels

DALLAS, TX, 2022-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — At Southwest Airlines, we’re on a journey to enhance our Customer Experience to better connect people to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. As part of this commitment, we’re investing in several improvements to modernize and simplify the Customer Experience. We are excited… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport welcomes Southwest Airlines’ new nonstop flights to Palm Springs

San José, Calif., 2022-Jun-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting Nov. 6, Southwest Airlines® will introduce new, nonstop flights connecting Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Palm Spring International Airport (PSP). “Greater Palm Springs has long been a popular spot for Silicon Valley travelers, and Southwest’s new flights will make getting there this winter… Read the full press release