✈️ How to Change or Correct a Passenger’s Name on an Southwest Airline Ticket
If you’ve made a spelling error on your Southwest Airline ticket or need to correct your name due to marriage, legal name change, or another reason — you’ll need to contact Southwest Airline’s customer service team.(+1)-8OO-229-OO87 While minor corrections are usually permitted, full name changes or transfers to a different person are strictly prohibited.
✅ What Name Changes Are Allowed on Southwest Airline Tickets?
Southwest Airline allows only minor name corrections, such as:
Typographical errors (e.g., “Jonh” instead of “John”)
Missing or extra letters +1-8OO-899-3682
Adding/removing a middle name or initial
Name corrections after marriage or legal name change (documentation required)
🔒 Ticket transfers to another individual are not allowed under any circumstances.
📞 How to Request a Name Change or Correction +1-8OO-899-3682
You can request a name correction by contacting Southwest Airline support via the following methods:
📍 Call Customer Service
For fast, direct assistance:
☎️ +1-8OO-229-OO87
☎️ +1-8OO-899-3682 (OTA support)
Have your booking reference, passport or ID, and payment method ready when calling.
🌐 Visit the Official Website
Navigate to www.Southwest.com and log in to “My Bookings”. In some cases, minor corrections may be requested online.
🛫 At the Airport
If you're close to your departure time, visit an Southwest Airline ticketing desk for in-person help. Be aware that last-minute corrections may involve additional fees.
💡 Name Correction Tips
✍️ Act Early: Name corrections are easier and cheaper when done days or weeks before departure.
📃 Documentation: You may need to provide government-issued ID or legal documents (e.g., marriage certificate).
💰 Fees: Charges may apply depending on your fare type, ticket conditions, and route.
✨ Name Corrections for Premium Cabins (Business/First Class)
Flying Business or First Class? The name correction process is the same, but additional concierge support may be available.
Call Southwest Airline premium support at:
☎️ +1-8OO-229-OO87
☎️ +1-8OO-899-3682 (OTA support)
🚫 What You Cannot Do
❌ You cannot transfer your ticket to someone else.
❌ You cannot change the entire passenger name for resale or gifting.
❌ You cannot make changes once you’ve checked in (online or at the airport).
🔍 Summary: Southwest Airline Ticket Name Change Policy
Change Type | Allowed? | Notes |
Spelling correction | ✅ Yes | Minor typos and small changes allowed |
Name change due to marriage/legal | ✅ Yes | Requires documents like marriage certificate |
Transfer to another passenger | ✅ Yes | Strictly prohibited |
Full name change | ✅ Yes | minor corrections allowed |
Last-minute changes | ✅ With Fees | May incur charges if close to departure |
📲 Need Help Now?
For immediate assistance with your name correction or ticket issue, call Southwest Airline support:
📞 +1-8OO-229-OO87
📞 +1-8OO-899-3682 (OTA support)
✈️ Travel Tip:
Always double-check the spelling of your name when booking your ticket. Your ticket must match your passport or ID exactly to avoid boarding issues.