[Ultimate→Official→Handbook]Southwest® Flight Name Change Policy

✅ Southwest Airlines Name Change Policy – Top 20 FAQs

1. Does Southwest Airlines allow name changes?

Yes. Southwest Airlines allows both minor name corrections (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) and legal name changes as long as proper documentation is provided.

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2. What types of name changes does Southwest Airlines permit?

Southwest Airlines permits:

● Spelling corrections

● Typo fixes

● Reversed first/last names

● Adding/removing middle names

● Legal name changes (marriage, divorce, court order)

3. Can I fix a spelling mistake on my Southwest Airlines ticket?

Yes. Small spelling mistakes (1–3 letters) (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) are usually corrected without any issue.

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4. How do I correct my name on an Southwest Airlines ticket?

You can correct it through:

● The Manage Trips section online (minor fixes)

● Southwest Airlines customer service

● The ticketing agent who issued your ticket (if booked through a third party

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5. Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

No. Southwest Airlines does not allow full passenger transfer,(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) but it

allows corrections to the same passenger’s name.

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6. Can I change my name due to marriage or divorce?

Yes, but you must provide legal documents such as:

● Marriage certificate

● Divorce decree

● Updated ID or passport

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7. What documents are required for a legal name change?

You may need:

● Passport or government ID

● Marriage certificate

● Divorce decree

● Court-issued name change order

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8. How long does a name change take with Southwest Airlines?

Minor corrections are instant. Legal changes(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) may take minutes to hours, depending on verification.

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9. Can I update my name after check-in?

Usually no. Most updates must be made before (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) checking in. If you already checked in, you may need the airline to reset or cancel the check-in.

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10. What if my name on the ticket doesn’t match my ID?

You must correct it before traveling.(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) TSA requires the name on your boarding pass to match your government ID.

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11. Can I change my name if my ticket was booked through a travel

agency?

Yes, but the correction must be made through the agency (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) that issued the ticket.

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12. Does Southwest Airlines charge a fee for name corrections?

Minor spelling corrections may be free. (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮)

Legal updates or significant changes may require:

● A reissue fee

● Fare difference (depending on fare rules)

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13. Can I correct a middle name on my Southwest Airlines booking?

Yes. You can add, remove, or correct a middle (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) name as long as the passenger identity stays consistent.

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14. Can Southwest Airlines change my name after booking is complete?

Yes. Name corrections and legal updates are(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) allowed any time before travel.

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15. What if I used my maiden name when booking but my passport is

Updated?

You need to request a legal name correction (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) and provide the proper Documentation.

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16. Can I add a suffix like Jr., Sr., or III?

Yes. Southwest Airlines allows adding correctly(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) formatted suffixes as long as they match your ID.

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17. Can I fix a complete first-/last-name swap?

Yes. Reversed names are considered minor corrections (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) and can be easily fixed.

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18. Can Southwest Airlines deny boarding because of a name mismatch?

Yes. TSA requires IDs and boarding passes to match exactly. (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) The

airline may deny boarding until the name is corrected.

19. Can I fix someone else’s name on a group booking?

Yes. The group reservation manager or booking (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) agent can correct

names for passengers in the group.

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20. What happens if my name is completely incorrect on the ticket?

If the wrong name makes you appear to be a(++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) different person, the ticket

may need:

● Complete name correction

● Ticket reissue

● Fare difference payment

A fully incorrect name cannot always be corrected (++𝟭 (𝟴𝟰𝟰) 𝟴𝟰𝟰-𝟵𝟴𝟵𝟮) and may require

purchasing a new ticket depending on fare rules.