How do I become a list on Southwest?


How do I become a list on Southwest? To qualify for A-List status, you'll need to fly 25 one-way qualifying flights (20 one-way qualifying flights starting in January 2024) or earn 35,000 tier qualifying points per calendar year.


How do people get on standby list?

There are many reasons for being placed on the standby list, but here are some of the most common: You or someone you know works for an airline. It could be that you are using airline benefits, including buddy passes. You don't want to take your original flight for voluntary reasons.


Who goes first on standby list?

Every airline has its own priority system, but in general, the order for boarding standby passengers is as follows:
  • Full-fare passengers.
  • Commuting flight crews.
  • Standby passengers from the airline (in order of seniority or time of check-in)
  • Buddy pass travelers.
  • Standby passengers from other airlines.


Does Southwest a-list automatically check you in?

The boarding order for BS is assigned -- regardless of any A-List status -- in the order of check in, beginning 24 hours before departure. The first person to check in gets A1. A-Listers who've not bought Business Select are checked in automatically beginning 36 hours before departure, starting with position A-16.


Is Group B good on Southwest?

If you have a B group boarding position, the chances are good that you'll still be able to get a window or aisle seat or find 2 seats together if you're traveling with a companion. Hot Tip: If you are in the B group (or even one of the first numbers in the C group), head to the back of the plane.


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