Information for senior travelersEarly boarding is available if you need more time or assistance boarding. You must identify yourself to the gate agent to request early boarding. Wheelchair assistance is available to help with long distances at the airport.
How do you qualify for preboarding on Southwest?
Priority preboarding is available for Customers who have a specific seating need to accommodate their disability, need assistance in boarding the aircraft, or who need to stow an assistive device. Customers who are traveling with assistance and emotional support animals qualify for preboarding.
How do I get an earlier boarding group on Southwest?
There are a few ways to get a guaranteed “A” boarding position before your flight: 1. Purchase Upgraded Boarding: This option is available starting 24 hours before the flight's local departure time and allows Customers to upgrade their boarding position to A1-A15 depending on availability.
What is the senior citizen rule for flying?
It is mandatory for the senior citizen to carry a valid photo ID with date of birth and display it at the time of check-in at the airport. In case the Customer fails to furnish his/ her ID Card, the benefits will not be extended to the Customer and booking will be deemed cancelled.
Does southwest allow seniors to board early?
What questions does Southwest ask for preboard?
When a Customer requests to preboard, our Employees will ask 1) do you need assistance boarding the aircraft? and/or 2) do you have a specific seating need to accommodate your disability?
Are there any special TSA rules for seniors?
Special TSA Security Screening for Passengers 75 and older – Passengers 75 and older are not required to remove their shoes and light jacket at the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) checkpoint, and they are allowed an extra pass through Advanced Imaging Technology devices.
Do diabetics get priority boarding on Southwest?
Luckily, since you have diabetes, you get priority boarding, at no extra cost! All you have to do is notify the gate agent that you have diabetes, and they'll let you board early.
How early can you pick your seats on Southwest?
Southwest does not let you select a seat ahead of time, even for a fee. Instead, the airline boards customers based on their boarding group and position. Once onboard, you can pick any available seat. Because of this, you can never guarantee a window or aisle seat or that you'll sit with your travel companions.
Can you upgrade Southwest boarding at the gate?
The Upgraded Boarding option is displayed below the flight's itinerary. Customers can also purchase Upgraded Boarding from a Customer Service Agent at the departure gate or ticket counter prior to their flight.