How To Southwest Airlines Baggage Claim?
If your baggage has been lost, damaged, or delayed, you must report this, in person, at the Southwest Airlines Baggage Service Office within four hours of your arrival at your destination. The Southwest Airlines Baggage Service Office is located in the baggage claim area or the ticket counter at the airport.
How much does Southwest pay for lost baggage?
Liability. Domestic itineraries: Southwest Airlines' liability in the case of lost, damaged, or delayed baggage is limited to $3,500.00 per fare-paying Customer.
Does southwest compensate for delayed luggage?
If delayed, we make every reasonable effort to return your luggage to you within 24 hours. If your luggage is delayed or lost for reasons outside of your control, you may file a mishandled baggage report at the airport and submit a claim for consideration of reimbursement of reasonable expenses you may have incurred.
How do I file a damaged baggage claim?
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is responsible for security at airports. If your items were damaged because of security screening requirements, please file a written claim with them. You can also call the TSA Contact Center at 1(888) 258-0818.
How many bags can you carry on a Southwest flight?
How many bags can I carry on, and do you charge for checked luggage? Carryon items are limited to one (1) bag plus one (1) smaller, personal-type item. You're allowed two (2) checked pieces of baggage per ticket, with some size and weight limitations. We only charge for overweight and excess items.
Can you bring a razor in a carry on?
Disposable razors and their cartridges are the only types of razors permitted in your carry-on luggage. Razor-type blades, such as box cutters, utility knives, and safety razor blades, are only allowed in checked luggage. You may also carry nail clippers and nail scissors with blades shorter than 4 inches.
Can I bring food on Southwest Airlines?
You can also bring certain items with you into the airplane cabin on Southwest Airlines flights. This includes your outer clothing, walking canes and umbrellas and any food you intend to eat on the flight, as long as it's in disposable packaging.
How do I check my bags on Southwest Airlines?
How It Works
- Arrive at the airport with your boarding pass*.
- Scan the bar code on your boarding pass at the Express Bag Drop kiosk and indicate the number of bags you are checking.
- Show your government-issued photo ID to the Customer Service Agent who will tag your bag so you can be on your way!