Southwest® Baggage Fees
Below is a summary of the fees charged by Southwest Airlines for most domestic flights within the United States. The actual Southwest baggage fees you will pay may vary based on fare class, frequent flier status, and specific route flown. Please consult Southwest’s website to calculate the exact fee you will pay.
Southwest baggage fees
| Baggage category | Fee | Max Weight | Max Size (L+W+H) | LugLess carry-on | $14-$39 | 25lbs | Calculate |
|---|---|---|---|
| First checked bag | $0 | 50lbs | 62" |
| Second checked bag | $0 | 50lbs | 62" |
| Third(+) checked bag | $75 | 50lbs | 62" |
| LugLess checked bag | $20-$45 | 50lbs | Calculate |
| Overweight surcharge | +$75 | 51-99lb | 62" |
| Oversized surcharge | +$75 | 50lbs | 63"-80" |
| LugLess oversized bag | $28-$55 | 75lbs | Calculate |
How to avoid Southwest baggage fees
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Southwest Airlines checked baggage fees
Southwest baggage fees do not apply to the first two bags weighing up to 50lbs and measuring 62″ (L+W+H) or less.
Southwest Airlines excess baggage fees
Checking excess baggage on Southwest Airlines costs $75 per bag for your third or more checked bag.
Southwest Airlines overweight baggage fees
Overweight baggage is considered any bag weighing more than 50lbs. The fees for checking overweight baggage on Southwest are charged in addition to any excess baggage fees. The additional cost to check any item weighing 51-100 pounds is $75. Any item weighing over 100 pounds will not be permitted as checked baggage.
Southwest Airlines oversized baggage fees
Most bags with a sum of length, width, and height of greater than 62 inches will fall into the oversized category. Oversized baggage fees are charged in addition to any excess baggage fee. Any bag measuring a total of 63"-80" will incur an additional fee of $75. Bags measuring over 80" cannot be checked.
Luggage shipping alternative
Instead of paying Southwest's checked baggage fees, you can ship your luggage ahead with LugLess. For as little as $20, LugLess allows you to generate a FedEx or UPS shipping label, which you can use to attach to your bag and send it directly to your destination anywhere in the US.
More information on Southwest baggage fees
The actual fees charged for checked luggage will vary depending on your specific fare class, loyalty status, and other factors. For additional information on Southwest Airlines checked baggage fees, please visit Southwest’s website. Southwest® is a registered trademark of Southwest Airlines Co. This page was last updated on September 26, 2018. Neither LugLess, nor its parent, subsidiaries, and/or affiliates, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information contained herein.