Southwest reduces free checked baggage allowance

Starting January 29, Southwest will no longer let passengers check three bags at no cost. Instead, the limit will be two checked bags; the third checked bag will incur a $25 fee, and if you have to check four through nine pieces of luggage, each one will cost $50. The maximum weight for checked luggage is 50 pounds, and maximum size is a total of 62 inches (length plus width plus height). Bags that weigh in at 51 to 70 pounds will cost $25, and anything heavier (up to 100 pounds) or exceeding the size limit costs $50 per item.