What is the airline's policy on checked baggage weight for my Southwest Airlines flight?

If you're flying with Southwest Airlines and plan to check your baggage, it's important to be aware of the airline's baggage policy to avoid any surprises at the airport.

For domestic flights within the United States, including Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, Southwest Airlines allows up to two checked bags per person, with a weight limit of 50 pounds (23 kg) per bag.

If your checked bag exceeds 50 pounds (23 kg), you will be charged an overweight baggage fee in addition to any applicable oversize or excess baggage fees. The overweight baggage fee is currently $75 per bag, while oversize and excess baggage fees vary based on the route and the size of the bag.

It's important to note that if your bag exceeds the maximum weight and size limits set by the airline, it may not be allowed on your flight, or you may be required to pay additional fees or make other arrangements.

Southwest Airlines allows two checked bags per passenger for free, as long as they do not exceed 50 pounds and 62 inches in size (length + width + height). If you need to check more than two bags, or if your bags are overweight or oversized, you will be charged a fee. The fee for an overweight bag is $75, and the fee for an oversized bag is also $75. Any bag that weighs more than 100 pounds or exceeds 80 inches in size must be shipped as Air Cargo.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about Southwest Airlines' checked baggage policy:

• You can check golf bags and skis for free, as long as they are within the weight and size limits.
• You can check surfboards for free when traveling between the islands of Hawaii.
• You can check up to 20 pieces of checked baggage per flight.
• You can check your bags at the airport using self-tagging kiosks or with a Southwest Airlines agent.

For more information on Southwest Airlines' checked baggage policy, please visit their website.