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ADVERTISEMENTNewsSouthwest unveils extra-legroom perks for credit card holders, new names for all faresSean CudahySean CudahySenior Aviation ReporterSean Cudahy is an aviation reporter covering news about airlines, frequent flyer programs and consumer travel issues.April 28, 2025•11 min readThe cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view ouradvertising policy andproduct review methodology for more information.It's been a dizzying few months for Southwest Airlines, from its shift away from open seating to its new checked bag fees that take effect next month.And the changes aren't done.On Monday, the Dallas-based carrier announced a handful of new perks for its frequent flyers and credit card holders that'll take effect once the airline launches assigned seating in 2026.Southwest is planning to rename all of its fare products once assigned seating begins — not just its hallmark Wanna Get Away fare, which will become the airline's new Basic (aka basic economy) class next month.Plus, the airline revealed its highest-end credit card holders — like its elite status members — will be able to select its new Extra Legroom seats in the not-too-distant future.SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYMeanwhile, TPG has learned Southwest is mulling new "soft product" services it'll offer flyers who select its more spacious seats.And one of the airline's top executives is shedding light on why Southwest decided to ditch its one-of-a-kind boarding process.Here's a rundown of all the changes to know about.New fare productsFor starters, Southwest on Monday announced it will rename all of its fare classes once it shifts to assigned seating.Daily NewsletterReward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsWe already knew Wanna Get Away would become Basic. That will happen when the carrier starts charging checked bag fees, which will apply to flights sold from May 28 onward.Then, later this year:Wanna Get Away Plus will become Choice.Anytime will become Choice Preferred.Business Select will become Choice Extra.The three "choice" fares will go on sale sometime between July and September, when Southwest starts selling assigned seats for flights departing in early 2026.New seat typesThe benefits you'll get with Southwest's renamed fare classes will actually look quite similar to the benefits of its current fare products — that is, the revamped fare classes the airline announced last month when it pivoted to bag fees and shook up Rapid Rewards earnings rates.A Southwest Airlines jet taxis at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYThe fare you select will dictate the row of the plane you'll be able to access.Starting next year, Southwest plans to designate three types of seats:Extra Legroom (first five rows of the aircraft, and three rows around the midcabin exit door)Preferred (standard rows situated closer to the front of the aircraft)Standard (the seats in the back of the plane)SOUTHWEST AIRLINESThe seats themselves will all be standard coach seats, so we're not exactly talking about the difference between economy and lie-flat business class — but this will figure into how much legroom, or how close to the front of the aircraft, you'll be.Here's the full picture of Southwest's updated fares and benefits:BenefitChoice ExtraChoice PreferredChoiceBasic PreviouslyBusiness SelectAnytimeWanna Get Away PlusWanna Get AwayEffectiveGoes on sale in the third quarter of 2025, for 2026 flightsGoes on sale in the third quarter of 2025, for 2026 flightsGoes on sale in the third quarter of 2025, for 2026 flightsGoes on sale May 28Seat selectionExtra Legroom (or any seat)Preferred (or any standard seat)StandardNot included; standard seat assigned at check-inChecked bags (starts May 28)Two freeCosts extraCosts extraCosts extraRapid Rewards earnings (same as what TPG reported in March)14 points per dollar10 points per dollar6 points per dollar2 points per dollarBoardingEarlyEarlier group within general boardingGeneral boardingLast to boardNo cancellation fees√√√√RefundabilityFully refundableFully refundableTransferable flight creditNontransferable flight creditFlight credit expiration12 months12 months12 monthsSix monthsItinerary changes√ (fare difference)√ (fare difference)√ (fare difference)-Same-day changes/standby√√√-Free inflight entertainment√√√√Priority/express lane access√√--Free premium drink in flight√---Free inflight Wi-Fi√---Credit card benefitsAs part of Monday's announcement, Southwest revealed a few new perks with its credit card portfolio.Once assigned seating begins, members with the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card (see rates and fees) and Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card (see rates and fees) will be able to upgrade an Extra Legroom seat within 48 hours of departure (when available).But all Southwest cardholders will, at a minimum, be able to select a seat for free on every flight within 48 hours of departure (when available).That goes even for passengers flying on a Basic fare. Remember, for standard passengers, basic economy won't come with seat selection in the future.SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYHere are the updated card benefits:CardExtra Legroom seat selectionPreferred seat selectionStandard seat selectionSouthwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business CardWithin 48 hours of departureAt bookingAt bookingSouthwest Rapid Rewards® Premier CardSouthwest® Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card (see rates and fees)-Within 48 hours of departureWithin 48 hours of departureSouthwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card (see rates and fees)Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Business Card--Within 48 hours of departureThe information for the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier and Southwest Rapid Reward Plus Business has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.Checked bag benefits, tooPlus, effective May 28, every Southwest cardholder will get a free checked bag, and so will up to eight companions traveling on the same reservation.Larger card 'refresh' to comeExpect more card-related announcements to come soon; the airline is framing these card changes as part of an overall "refresh" of its card portfolio, after recently reaching an amended deal with Chase.The airline didn't rule out an annual fee increase in the near future — but also teased new bonus categories that could allow cardholders to earn more points for everyday spending."That's an area of our card that we feel like we can do better at," Southwest Executive Vice President of Customer and Brand Tony Roach told TPG. "If you use your card for your top-of-wallet purchases, you're going to earn more."A-List elite statusAs TPG reported in recent months, elite status at Southwest will come with a few new perks related to the airline's updated seating, baggage and boarding policies.Here's a reminder of how A-List and A-List Preferred baggage and seating perks will shake out:StatusBaggage benefit Extra Legroom seat selectionPreferred seat selectionStandard seat selectionA-List PreferredTwo free checked bagsAt booking(included)(included)A-ListOne free checked bagWithin 48 hours of departureAt booking(included)BeginsWhen checked bag fees launch May 28When assigned seating begins (flights in 2026)When assigned seating begins (flights in 2026)When assigned seating begins (flights in 2026)Most other A-List perks will remain unchanged, from priority lane access on the ground to up to two free premium inflight drinks for A-List Preferred members.Boarding benefitsOne additional benefit for both A-Listers and cardholders: They'll get access to earlier boarding groups.In recent weeks, Southwest revealed plans to shift away from its classic single-file boarding process — and ditch those silver, numbered posts in the boarding area. That's after airline executives told me in January the carrier hoped to keep the spirit of its unique boarding procedures in place.Southwest Airlines boarding area at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYThe process, Roach said, will now look quite similar to those found at other airlines, with eight groups now planned."Just kind of what everybody else is used to," Roach said, explaining the thinking. "We expect there will be a lot of customers that will be new to Southwest, because, frankly, they've told us, 'Once you go to assigned seating I'll consider you.'"What about Companion Pass?Rapid Rewards members who earned the airline's coveted Companion Pass will be able to extend their boarding, bag and seat selection privileges to their designated companion.Additional services in the Extra Legroom section?Southwest executives have maintained the new Extra Legroom seats are not meant to resemble a full first-class cabin with hot meals and the like.But Roach told TPG the carrier is mulling some new, elevated benefits for its more spacious rows.A Southwest Airlines aircraft at the gate at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUY"We are looking at things like enhanced snacks, a more elevated experience for customers that choose to buy the extra fare," he said. 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