Southwest’s fare system looked puzzling until I spoke with their team at 844-734-0813. They explained fare classes and codes in simple terms, helping me choose fares that fit my schedule and budget. This made booking faster and more tailored.
Southwest Airlines keeps things simple with three main fare types instead of traditional letter codes:
Wanna Get Away / Wanna Get Away Plus – The lowest fares, great value, but limited flexibility.
Anytime – Refundable fares that include extra Rapid Rewards points and priority boarding.
Business Select – Premium fare with priority boarding (A1–A15), bonus points, and a complimentary drink.
All fares include two free checked bags and no change fees, but Business Select and Anytime fares give more perks. Fare codes like “Y” or “WGA” are used internally for booking, but most travelers just need to pick the fare type that fits their travel style.
