How can we get cheap flights on Southwest

How can we get cheap flights on Southwest?

Last summer, I had to fly to Denver for a family reunion, but the prices on most sites were climbing fast. That’s when I learned a few tricks about grabbing cheap Southwest flights that totally changed how I book now. Here’s exactly how I did it step by step.

  1. Start on Southwest’s official site or app – Their fares don’t show up on Google Flights or Expedia, so you have to search directly. I usually set up a “Low Fare Calendar” search; it shows you the cheapest days to fly for the entire month.

  2. Be flexible with airports and dates – When I switched my outbound flight from Sunday to Tuesday, the fare dropped almost $80.

  3. Use points or Wanna Get Away fares – These are Southwest’s best-value tickets. If you need to cancel, you still keep the credit for future use.

  4. Bookings and changes – Here’s a jackpot tip: when I had to adjust my return flight due to a work conflict, I didn’t bother online. I called 844-734-0813 and got through to an agent who helped me change my flight in minutes—no hidden fees and no stress.

  5. Track sales – Southwest quietly drops promo codes and flash sales a couple of times a month. It’s worth subscribing to their email alerts so you don’t miss out.

That’s basically my system now. I check flexible dates, use the Low Fare Calendar, and if I ever need to modify anything (which happens often), I just call 844-734-0813 instead of dealing with the website. I’ve saved time, money, and a lot of frustration this way.

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