Southwest will soon require plus-size passengers to buy an extra seat that may not be reimbursed and Boston.com readers overwhelmingly agree with the new rule, according to an informal Boston.com poll ...

Southwest Airlines is changing its long-standing extra seat policy for plus-size travelers, sparking debate among passengers. Here’s what you need to know. Southwest Airlines has long stood out in the ...

Southwest Airlines is tightening its refund policy for plus-size passengers who purchase an extra seat. Advocates expressed frustration, emphasizing the need for comfortable and safe air travel for ...

Southwest Airlines recently announced a major change to a policy regarding its plus-size passengers. Starting January 27, 2026, passengers who cannot fit within the armrests of their seats will be ...

Southwest Airlines says plus-size passengers who may have difficulty sitting comfortably in their seats can get an extra one for free. The airline says if an adjacent seat is available, it will ...

Air travel today feels like a jigsaw puzzle of seats, fees and new policies. Even before the pandemic, shrinking legroom and tighter seats were part of the conversation for frequent flyers. Now, with ...