Southwest Airlines has announced potential flight disruptions due to forecasted weather conditions. Flights scheduled for Friday, February 7th through Sunday, February 9th may be delayed, diverted, or cancelled in the following cities: Albany, NY (ALB); Baltimore/Washington, MD (BWI); Boston (Logan), MA (BOS); Buffalo/Niagara, NY (BUF); Cincinnati, OH (CVG); Cleveland, OH (CLE); Columbus, OH (CMH); Hartford, CT (BDL); Manchester, NH (MHT); New York (LaGuardia), NY (LGA); Philadelphia, PA (PHL); Pittsburgh, PA (PIT); Portland, ME (PWM); Providence, RI (PVD); Washington (Dulles), DC (IAD); and Washington (Reagan National), DC (DCA).
Passengers with existing reservations to, from, or through the affected cities during these dates can modify their travel plans without incurring extra fees. They can rebook their flights or utilize the standby option within 14 days of their original travel date, maintaining the same origin and destination cities, and adhering to Southwest’s accommodation procedures.
Furthermore, if a Southwest flight is cancelled or significantly delayed due to weather, and a passenger chooses to cancel their trip, they may be eligible for a refund. This refund applies to the unused portion of the ticket, even for non-refundable tickets, and includes optional travel charges like EarlyBird Check-In or Upgraded Boarding for the affected flights. Southwest encourages passengers to review the details of their available options on their website.
Customers who booked their flights directly through Southwest.com, the Southwest mobile app, or via phone with Southwest Airlines can conveniently reschedule their travel plans online or through their mobile device. This provides flexibility for passengers to manage their bookings in response to weather-related disruptions.
For those calling Southwest Airlines from international locations, the airline’s Help Center provides contact information and resources to assist with managing travel changes. Passengers can also access real-time flight information and updates by checking the flight status feature on the Southwest website. Staying informed about flight status is crucial for travelers potentially impacted by weather-related cancellations.
