The world of flying with Southwest is about to change for good on January 27th, 2026, because the airline will now have assigned seating for all of its flights.
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Many people are still reeling over this change, and we know it’s going to take some time for us to get used to it as well. To help make the switch, we’ve broken down everything you need to know about the new seating options. While there still isn’t first class or business class, there are now three different types of seats on your flight, and it’s important you know the difference between them so you can choose the best one for you!
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