Southwest boarding: Pay $40 to be first
Southwest Airlines announced on Jan. 21, 2013 that the company will let people pay to be part of their first boarding group, group “A." (April 4, 2011) Credit: Joseph D. Sullivan
Want to board first on a Southwest Airlines flight? Now you can pay $40 for the privilege.
Currently, passengers can ensure they board first by buying a special business class ticket or joining a loyalty program. Under the new plan everyone will have that option if spots are available.
Passengers will be able to pay at the gate starting 45 minutes before a flight leaves.
Facing higher fuel and other costs, airlines have sought to boost revenue in a variety of ways, including charging extra to check a bag or sit next to a loved one.
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