Southwest Airlines Flights and Airline Tickets

Southwest focuses on domestic and nearby international flying and often uses secondary airports such as Dallas Love Field, Houston Hobby and Chicago Midway.

Alliance: No global alliance
Main bases: large operations in Dallas Love Field, Denver, Houston Hobby, Las Vegas, Chicago Midway, Phoenix, Nashville and Atlanta, among others

What to know

It is often not included in comparison searches run by other sites, so ask a specialist to check it specifically.
Its bag, seating and change policies have been evolving, so confirm the current rules before you book.
Compare what each fare level includes. See baggage fees and changes and cancellations.

Base cities covered on this site

Dallas · airports: DFW, DAL
Check both airports when you compare fares. Schedules and airline options can differ between them.
Denver · airports: DEN
If you are heading to a ski area, allow extra time on mountain roads in winter, and watch the forecast before travel day.
Houston · airports: IAH, HOU
Compare both airports when you look at fares, and keep weather in mind if you travel in late summer.
Las Vegas · airports: LAS
Weekend flights are often busier, so a midweek departure can change the price picture. Ask about event dates before you lock in travel.
Chicago · airports: ORD, MDW
Winter weather is the main source of disruption. Build in extra buffer for connections between November and March.
Phoenix · airports: PHX
Spring training baseball in February and March lifts demand. Arizona does not observe daylight saving time, which affects time differences with other states.
Nashville · airports: BNA
Hotel prices and fares can spike around large events, so check event calendars before choosing dates.
Atlanta · airports: ATL
Because it is such a large connecting point, give yourself more time between flights here. The terminals are linked by an underground train.

Routes on this site that touch its hubs

JFK ⇄ LAS New York to Las Vegas 2,240 mi · about 5 h JFK ⇄ ORD New York to Chicago 740 mi · about 2 h 15 min JFK ⇄ ATL New York to Atlanta 760 mi · about 2 h 15 min JFK ⇄ DEN New York to Denver 1,620 mi · about 3 h 45 min JFK ⇄ PHX New York to Phoenix 2,150 mi · about 5 h ATL ⇄ FLL Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale 580 mi · about 1 h 45 min ATL ⇄ LAS Atlanta to Las Vegas 1,740 mi · about 4 h ATL ⇄ MIA Atlanta to Miami 600 mi · about 1 h 45 min ATL ⇄ LAX Atlanta to Los Angeles 1,940 mi · about 4 h 30 min

Frequently asked questions

Where does Southwest Airlines have its main bases?

Southwest Airlines is based mainly at large operations in Dallas Love Field, Denver, Houston Hobby, Las Vegas, Chicago Midway, Phoenix, Nashville and Atlanta, among others. Flights through a base usually offer more schedule choices, though not every route is nonstop.

Which alliance is Southwest Airlines in?

No global alliance. It may still have individual partnerships with other airlines, so ask a specialist what connections are possible.

Can TravelFarez book Southwest Airlines?

Our specialists compare many airlines, and availability depends on your route and dates. Call (888) 885-6306 and ask for a price check. We are not affiliated with Southwest Airlines.

What should I check before buying a Southwest Airlines ticket?

Check what the fare includes (bags, seat selection, changes) and the refund rules before you pay. See our guides on baggage fees and changes and cancellations.

TravelFarez is an independent booking service and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by Southwest Airlines. Information last reviewed October 2026.