Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock News

Southwest is exploring adding Boeing 787 wide-body jets, Reuters reported, citing sources. The move would end its all-737 strategy and open long-haul international routes. The company said it has no imminent fleet announcement. Shares fell 0.5%.

Southwest Airlines launched a plugin in ChatGPT that lets users discover and shop for flights. The plugin is developed with OpenAI and AWS. It aims to capture customers earlier in the booking journey. The airline described it as a phased AI-powered booking approach.

Southwest Airlines launched a first-of-its-kind U.S. airline plugin in ChatGPT, allowing travelers to discover and shop for flights. The plugin is part of a phased AI-powered booking approach with OpenAI and AWS.

Southwest Airlines (LUV) launched a first-of-its-kind U.S. airline plugin in ChatGPT, powered by OpenAI and AWS. The plugin lets travelers discover and shop for Southwest flights within ChatGPT, marking the first phase of a phased AI-powered booking approach. The airline aims to appear earlier in the customer journey and offer a more direct path from inspiration to booking.

Southwest Airlines launches ChatGPT plugin for flight discovery and shopping.

UBS raised its price target on Southwest Airlines (LUV) to $53.00 a share, up from $49.00.

United, American, and Southwest are cutting cheaper, less-profitable flights in response to a surge in jet fuel prices to their highest since early May.

Southwest Airlines CFO stated travel demand remains very strong, with September exceeding expectations and room for further pricing gains. Assigned seating and extra-legroom seats expected to generate over $1B EBIT in 2026 and about $1.5B in 2027. Bag fees seen adding about $1B in 2026.

Southwest Airlines plans to roll out its first-ever lounge network next year, according to a report. The carrier has historically not offered airport lounges.