So starting with flights in 2026, all seats will be assigned, similar to every other ... How the new Southwest rules will change how I use my cards With the new changes coming to Southwest ...

The airline also said to expect forthcoming updates to its cobranded credit card program, "including how assigned seating ...

The colloquial saying "no risk, no reward" is resonating with many travelers hoping to reap the benefits of a belated flight check-in to potentially score a better seat assignment at the last minute.