But for more than 50 years, American consumers could count on Southwest Airlines letting them check bags for free.

There will be exceptions: Customers who have a Southwest Airlines co-branded credit card can get one bag for free, and ...

Discount carrier Spirit Airlines has emerged from bankruptcy protection. The budget airline — known for its no-frills, ...

It’s evident in the recent announcement by Southwest Airlines: no more “bags fly free”; enter “bags fly for a fee.” It’s ...

Spirit Airlines has flown past its financial turbulence, as the budget airline exits bankruptcy after shedding nearly $800 ...

It’s not a lock that Wall Street’s preferred plan to increase revenues with new fees will work for the airline.

Southwest officials in the release said the changes are "aimed to deepen and reward loyalty between Southwest and its most ...

The Department of Homeland Security abruptly canceled its collective bargaining agreement with the union representing TSA ...

Southwest Airlines was historically one of America's big success stories. Founded in 1967 by Herbert Kelleher and Rollin King ...

Spirit Airlines, once celebrated for eliminating change fees across all fare types, has reversed course in a move affecting countless budget-conscious travelers. The carrier announced the ...

ARE IN GOOD SHAPE. SPIRIT AIRLINES WILL NOT BE RETURNING TO MANCHESTER-BOSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT IN MAY OF LAST YEAR. SPIRIT SERVICES IN THE QUEEN CITY, THE LOW COST CARRIER, FILED FOR BANKRUPTCY ...

Southwest Airlines has long billed itself ... For decades, she encouraged employees to promote respect, fun, and spirit during work to codify Southwest's people-focused reputation.