REVIEW | Southwest Airlines | Houston (HOU) - Tulsa (TUL) - Chicago (MDW) | Boeing 737-700 | Economy

Join me on a Southwest Airlines journey from New Orleans to Chicago, with a stop in Tulsa. We’ll explore Southwest's unique operations, in-flight amenities, and some safety concerns I observed.

Starting at Houston Hobby Airport, I’ll highlight Southwest's open seating policy, complimentary baggage allowance, and the importance of checking in 24 hours in advance. We'll look at the seat features and entertainment options on their Boeing 737-700.

Despite Southwest's current challenges, their direct flights between mid-sized cities are convenient. I'll share my final thoughts on how Southwest can improve and ask for your feedback on your experiences with the airline.

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Flight Information:
Date: July 14th, 2022
Flight Number: WN1725
Route: Houston (HOU) - Tulsa (TUL) - Chicago (MDW)
Airline: Southwest Airlines (SWA)
Operator: Southwest Airlines (SWA)
Aircraft: Boeing 737-700 (N7828A)
Seat: 17F / 7F (Window) Economy Class
Point to Point Distance: 455 / 585 Miles
Flight Time: 1 Hour & 08 Minutes / 1 Hour & 26 Minutes
Departing Runway: 13R (7,602ft)
Arriving Runway: 18L (10,000ft)
Departing Runway: 18L (10,000ft)
Arriving Runway: 22L (6,445ft)
Departure Time: 09:32 (S08:00) +1h 32min
Arrival Time: 13:15 (S11:55) +1h 20min

Cost Breakdown:
Booked Through: Southwest Airlines
Dated Booked: July 7th, 2024
Route: New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (HOU) - Tulsa (TUL) - Chicago (MDW)
Class: Wanna Get Away
Fare: $156.63 USD
Taxes, Fees, Charges: $23.35 USD
Total Ticket Cost: $197.98 USD
Additional Costs: $20.00 USD for Early Bird Check-In