If you are traveling with a child age six years old or younger: Up to two adults traveling with a child six years old or younger may board during Family Boarding, which occurs after the “A” group has boarded and before the “B” group begins boarding.

Yes, Southwest Airlines offers a specific Family Boarding window that is highly beneficial for those traveling with an infant. This window occurs immediately after the "A" group has boarded and before the "B" group begins. This allows families with children aged 6 or younger to board the aircraft together, regardless of their assigned boarding position. Since Southwest has an open-seating policy, this early access is crucial for finding seats together, especially near the front or back where you might have easier access to the lavatories for diaper changes. To qualify, you simply wait near the gate entrance when the agent announces "Family Boarding." If you are traveling with a "lap infant" (under age 2), remember that you must have a Boarding Verification Document (BVD), which you can obtain at the ticket counter or a kiosk by presenting the child's birth certificate or passport for age verification. This policy ensures that parents don't have to worry about being separated from their young children, providing peace of mind during the boarding process.