How to check in for a Southwest flight with your phone or computer 

TheMspitfall - So how did the check-in go for you? I’d love to hear

Average Me Group A 44 & 45 and Group B 14 & 15 for our connecting flight! 😀

Thank you! That's a wonderful compliment!

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You’ll do great! Safe travels!

You'll do great. You're preparing and doing your homework. Get to the airport a little early, & make sure you have your boarding pass before you leave home. Dowload the app, I can't stress that enough. There's a lot of good information you may never use, but if you need it you'll be glad to have it. Check out a map of the airport where you'll make your connection. Good luck!

I'm happy to hear that!

I’m glad it was useful to you!

Thanks Sherry!

randy hausner - good luck and safe travels!

You're very welcome. If you're traveling with Southwest, you'll find other related videos on my channel. Mark

I'm guessing you'll do great with Early Bird! I just checked in myself to RETURN from Florida (A27)! Please let us know what boarding number you get!

Average Me A-41-44 it’s 4 of us. What you think? Is that good placement ?

@@arenat9705 Yes that's good! Assuming 1-15 doesn't fill up, you could be in the fir st 30 people to board

I'm glad it worked for you!

Thanks for watching! I post other flight-related content at "Mark's Travel Channel"

@@AverageMe Hello, quick questions because I'm nervous I have to get my tickets tomorrow, so my flight is at 10:10am so when I get my boarding passes tomorrow do I do it at 10:10am or at 10am?

If you have the same confirmation number, only one of you needs to check in.

Thanks Blitz! I’m glad to hear it was helpful

Florida is one of my favorite destinations with Southwest. I'm happy to hear you found the videos helpful!

Thanks!

Thanks Sunshine! I hope it helped you!

I am happy to hear it! If there are any other travels issues that you think would be of interest, let me know!

I'm glad you found them useful

I'm glad you're finding it helpful!

I can’t say yes unequivocally, but I’ve seen all kinds of stuff come down that carousel chute.

Great questions! Both passes can be downloaded. They will both appear under the common reservation number. You can use the common phone both at TSA and boarding, but you could also each download it, print it out, or screenshot it and share the photo of the pass with your travel companion. There are a lot of options as far as the boarding passes go.

@@AverageMe so what about if we have a connecting flight, do we get the boarding passes up front for that too?

In theory, no. Early bird is supposed to automatically check you in 36 hours in advance. I still like to check in at 24 hours because I don’t fully trust the system!

Yes. You only have t check in once. And if you have Early Bird, technically you don't have to check in at all, since it's done for you.

@@CallieAndMax thanks!

Freddy Cassier - yes that’s good. “A” group is always good

Yes, a screenshot boarding pass will work. I also save it to my wallet & of course you can always access it from the app, so you can have it in 3 places (that’s what i do). If you’re on the same confirmation number only one needs to check in. You still have to go to the kiosk but they usually have someone there to help.

Yes, either online or through the app.

I like aisle for a number of reasons. I can stand up to stretch during the flight (or stretch my leg into the aisle if nobody is coming through), if I need to use the restroom I'm not bothering others to get out, and I can access my overhead storage.Upon landing, I like to be able to access my bag so I can prepare to exit quickly and don't delay others behind me.

No. 24 hours prior is a earliest you can check in.

I demand that I be allowed to keep my socks on!

Only one check in is necessary if you only have one confirmation numbrt.

Hi Andrew! it may depend on the airport, but in MOST cases you will proceed to a kiosk which are located by the check-in area. Once there, you'll enter your booking info. This is usually your confirmation number, but they can also find it through the credit card that was used to book, your Southwest frequent flier number, or your Known Traveler Number if you have NEXUS, SENTRI, or Global Entry. The machines can scan your boarding pass, as well. At that point you'll be prompted for your baggage info. You currently get 2 free checked bags with Southwest. The kiosk will print out baggage tags which you attached to your luggage handles (they are adhesive strips). You then take the bags to the counter (baggage drop) where they will check your boarding pass and ID, and take your bags. If there is no kiosk, simply proceed directly to the bag drop counter.

You will not be able to check in until 24 hours. The longer you wait after 24 hours, the further back you will be. You should check in at 24 hours on the dot. It's been my experience that you should wait 3-5 seconds AFTER iPhone turns over to the minute. I have tried to check in "on the button" and it says I am too early, seconds later it works.

Thank you for your responed

No. Although I think the app makes it MUCH easier, you can check in on Southwest's website.

I am assuming you made a reservation for two people and you have one confirmation number for both. In that case, you will only need to check in once and both people on that reservation will get separate consecutive boarding numbers.

Bwhan0307 - Never fear! If you can only view your own boarding pass, your travel companions can see their passes by logging on to their own account, or by getting a paper pass at the airport. They can also log in and print a proper boarding pass, as can you.

@@AverageMe I cannot view my boarding pass on the nor can I print it from the app. I already checked in so I am not too worried but I would like to show up at the airport with my boarding pass.

If you purchased tickets together, there will be one confirmation number for the entire party. You only need to do this for the party that is associated with that number.

I assume BOTH names appear on the reservation, which means there is only ONE confirmation number. If that's the case, you will check in ONCE and both boarding passes will be available, most likely in succession. If you haven't done so already, I would suggest that each of you create a Southwest account now, so you will both have access to your own boarding pass within your own account. Overhead space is largely dependent upon your boarding number. If that is a concern that is causing you anxiety, consider springing for the $15-20 for Early Bird Boarding (see more here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Vi2pUY5vXVk.html ) Early Bird is NOT a guarantee of "A" group, but you stand a better chance. Also, go straight to the back of the plane as there is likely more space there, since people fill the space as they come to it. Additionally, make sure your carry-on can fit beneath the seat. That way, if overhead is full you can use the underseat area. Honestly, I rarely have been on a flight where I couldn't find overhead bin space. GOOD LUCK! Stop back and let us know how it goes!

Yes do u know the differents cuz i dont

@@xbxbraeannxbx5567 When you first go in, you go to the kiosk which is where you will put in your confirmation number and it will print out your boarding pass ( You need these to board the flight). Then if you have bags that you need check (Remind you that southwest gives you two free bags to check) If you have bags needed to be check you go to the counter which is where the southwest agent ask for your boarding passes you just printed (This gives them a number to punch in to print your tags for your luggage to be checked) and collects your luggage there. Now you head to TSA If you have a third bag (Which they will charge you for) when you first go to the kiosk to print your boarding pass you can add an additional checked bag and pay for it there.

You CANNOT check in prior to 24 hours before your flight. You CAN check in at any point within 24 hours prior to your flight. However, the nearer you get to flight time, you less likely you will be to have a low boarding number. If the position you board is not important, you can check in right up to the time you arrive at the gate (but I don't think that's a good idea). The first 5-10 minutes within that 24 hour window is best for a lower number.

You can but it won't allow access. You will get a message saying you cannot access your reservation at this time. 24 hours is the earliest you will be able to check in.

There is no boarding pass until you check in at 24 hours before the flight. At that time, your boarding pass will be available to you.

@@AverageMe okay so, I need my flight ticket to check in , and then I get the boarding ticket is that correct? Another concern is where do I go to see my flight ticket on the app?

Yes, you check in 24 hrs prior to your flight.

Adult or child, you can check in on the computer at their airline's website.

Yes, still check in online. The online check-in gets you your boarding position and your boarding pass. Then, when you get to the airport, go to the kiosk and get your baggage tag & drop your bag at the desk.

It's the time zone of the airport of departure

Thank you!

Gates are prone to change. You may see the gate on your boarding pass within the app. If not on your electronic version, it is usually on your paper version. The best place to find your gate is the departure screens throughout the airport. And finally, always check at the gate itself, as they may make last-minute gate changes.

That depends on the flight/airline. Sometimes I don’t find out until I check in at the airport.

Checking bags is easy, but things are a lot quicker on the arrival end if you don't have to wait for your bag; just grab your carry-ons and head to your ground transportation. What airport are you flying into?

Average Me LaGuardia Airport, thanks for the fast reply !

Yes but I would recommend that you sign up. You’re never sure if you’ll use that airline again and there is no downside to having an account.

Only the originating flight.

You don’t have to check in again if you have your boarding pass and are ready to proceed to the gate. But you will have to stop by a kiosk if you are checking bags.

@@AverageMe would you have to check bags if you just have a carry on and a back pack

If it's a carry-on size that can fit in the overhead (under 21") then no need for a tag. Just bring it on the plane with you.

I think any "A" position is pretty good, even though you are at the end of the "A" boarding group. That means the MOST that are boarding before you are 59 people, and the plane holds about 144. Also the first 15 positions are premium, so it's possible only 44 will get on before you. You are almost guaranteed a window or aisle seat, and will certainly have overhead baggage space. Congratulations!

EMERALD FIRE WOLF - It’s the Southwest airlines app. You can get it for free at the App Store

I find that if I hit the iPhone clock exactly I’m a little early. My experience is waiting about 3-5 seconds after the iPhone clock hits is about perfect.