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Walter W Shc

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Complaint

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My $5000 Louis Vuitton bag was taken from me and sent in the luggage hold. I was not allowed to bring in my bag that I've taken as an on-board hand-held many times in the past.

I've seen larger and less expensive bags allowed as carry-on. I'm pissed and upset by the inconsistent treatment and destruction of my property.

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Loss:
$5000
Kathy A Clm

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Overcharged on checked bag??

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When checking my bag at RDU airport on June 3, I was supposed to get one free checked bag, which is what I had. It weighed 55 pounds.

I was charged $150.00 for being 5 pounds over.

That sounds outrageous. May I get a partial refund of that huge fee?

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Loss:
$100
Pros:
  • Stewardesses are proficient and delightful
  • Baggage check in attendants are proficient
Cons:
  • Baggage check in attendants at rdu are impatient and irritated with the slightest customer delay

Preferred solution: Price reduction

Denyce Hxq

Angry, bad customer service

AngYou canceled my flight on my way to the airport to board. Put myself & family on a flight to the other side of the country.

You wont give me A boarding status like I originally had. You put us in C.

I talked to two different employees & was told to call customer service. I tried 4 times to call them & its a 3 hour wait to speak with someone!

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Sharen A Mxj

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Unable to apply flight credit

During the payment process, the system asks for a confirmation number, but I can't pay for the flight and apply the credit.

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Loss:
$245
Pros:
  • Flight attendants
Cons:
  • Terrible online customer service

Preferred solution: Full refund

Anonymous
map-marker Dallas, Texas

Is there a fee for luggage

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Why is there a fee for luggage after all these years a person may not be able to pay for luggage this is ridiculous we pay a lot of money to travel already.

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User's recommendation: Free luggage when you’re flying

Resolved
Alice F Aoj

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Resolved: Wheelchair service

Updated by user Apr 16, 2025

Company fixed the issue and I have been provided with apology.

Original review Apr 16, 2025
At the Denver Airport, there was no wheelchair to await me when I landed. The lady at the desk was extremely rude saying that I didn't have wheelchair service noted on my boarding pass.

There was no mention of it when I purchased the ticket or when I checked in.
Then, when I arrived in Phoenix Sky Harbor on my return flight, there were wheelchairs, but nobody available to push them. There were four people and we waited for almost an hour before somebody came to get us. Two of our people used the wheelchairs as walkers and proceeded to leave the area.

We two remaining could not do that. Please hire more assistants.
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Pros:
  • Free baggage - necessary
Cons:
  • Deciding to charge for luggage

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Call, email, write, text your carrier about wheelchair service.

Zykeria Vxj

Confusion over how bonuses saved travel points from previous vacations

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I need help using the points and money I have left. I am looking for a 3 day cruise ooit of new Orleans for 2 adults, all inclusive and want to apply what I have and know how to use and apply this.

Please have someone that is capable of understanding and helping me with these issues as it's wasteful sitting there.

I wouldn't need the air travel but want to capitalize on your excellent travel experiences, destinations and vacation options. Contact me via email or 601-941-****

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User's recommendation: Ask questions

Brittain Kae

Concerned husband

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My wife flies on Southwest frequently. About 1 month age she applied for a southwest credit card. Shes not heard a thing about if she got it or not

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Anonymous
map-marker Louisville, Kentucky

Excellent

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The service was excellent professional, friendly professional, courteous the representative made me feel good and welcome. I appreciate all your help.

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User's recommendation: Go Southwest excellent service

Tyreece Mln

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Flight credit for military

My husband boughs ticket to see out daughter graduate military bootcamp on April 17. Then he had to change his flight but three only offfeted him a crediti and a e would like to see if three is any way we can use the credit under William sister to out military daughter Kayla rose montalbano. She is active duty

Military

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Colletta Zdj

Flight cancellation complaint

My flight got cancelled and rescheduled for 2 days later. I had to put $500 towards a new airline and I want a refund. Southwest should have offered to waitlist me on another flight, or offer me means to get to my destination the day of.

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Cordell Oms

No customer service!!!

Couldnt get anyone to answer . Automation , could not answer my question.

Lack of response, not good service . Poor relations

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Mary J Xyc

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Need my ticket sent to my email

The person who made my reservation didn't give my complete email address. My ticket didn't come to me.

It went to the person who made the reservation for me. I just wanted to give them my email address so they could send the ticket to me.

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Pros:
  • I like southwest

Preferred solution: My ticket and apology for poor customer service.

User's recommendation: If you have some one else making your reservation be sure they have your correct emailing address.

Norel F

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Damaged bag

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Zipper ruined on soft-sided suitcase and had paperwork falling out. Hook both zippers together using a clip that is easily removed.

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Pros:
  • Bags fly free
Cons:
  • Seating arrangement

Preferred solution: Price reduction

User's recommendation: Do not put anything personal in outside compartments

Mary J Xyc

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I just wanted to make one change. Your customer service was worthless. I was never able to make a correction to my email my ticket went to the wrong place or no place. THREE TIMES I WAS HUNG UP ON.

Updated by user May 01, 2025

I’ve heard nothing from southwest,

Original review Apr 15, 2025

Person that made my reservation didnt give my correct email-my ticket did not come to me. Just trying to get that corrected before my date of departure.

If someone could contact me or just correct and forward ticket to my email-maryjuliaj85@***.com-res#3ZDKM2 All information is on my account I just didnt get the ticket.

CAN SOMEONE JUST SEND TICK TO MY EMAIL. Thank you

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Preferred solution: My ticket sent to me at my email. maryjuliaj85@gmail.com #3ZDKM2 my rewards #20012426781