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Flight WN15 — Southwest Airlines

Baltimore (BWI) → Orlando (MCO) operated on a Boeing 737-800.

Route Details

  • Airline: Southwest Airlines
  • Aircraft: Boeing 737-800
  • Origin: Baltimore (BWI)
  • Destination: Orlando (MCO)
  • Typical duration: 2h 35m

Know Before You Fly — WN15

  • Check in online 24 hours before departure — earlier check-in earns a better boarding group position for seat choice.
  • Verify your carry-on dimensions meet Southwest Airlines size limits before leaving home — gate-check fees are avoidable and delays the boarding process for everyone.
  • Download the Southwest Airlines app and enable push notifications for gate-change and delay alerts — they travel faster than airport PA announcements.
  • Check your portable charger: power banks above 100 Wh require airline approval; above 160 Wh are prohibited in carry-on regardless of airline.
  • Arrive with time to spare: 2 hours for domestic flights.
  • Save the Orlando airport baggage claim number in your phone before you fly — useful if a bag is delayed and you've already left the terminal.

Aircraft — Boeing 737-800

Economy Pitch

30–32 in

Seat Layout

3-3

Power / USB

USB-A (varies)

Entertainment

Streaming / None

Features based on typical configuration — actual cabin may vary by airline and route.

Airport Guide

Route Intelligence — WN15: Baltimore → Orlando

  • Scheduled flight time: 2h 35m. Plan connections, pickups, and meals accordingly.
  • Short-haul flight: the aircraft will reach cruising altitude just in time to begin descent. Wi-Fi is typically unreliable during the first and last 20 minutes due to the angle restrictions of most satellite systems.
  • Full Orlando Airport Guide → — terminals, ground transport, lounges, and baggage claim at MCO.

Seat Guide

Check the SeatSmart aircraft guide for this aircraft type for specific seat recommendations, legroom data, and which rows to avoid.

Travel Essentials

Baggage

Carry-on

✓ Free

24 × 16 × 10 in

1st Checked Bag

Free

Max 50 lbs / 23 kg

Personal item (always free): 17 × 13 × 8 in

Southwest's famous two-free-bags policy applies to all passengers on all fare types.

Special Baggage Fees

Overweight: $75/bag (51–100 lbs)

Oversize: $75/bag (>62 in / 158 cm linear)

Sports Equipment: Free if within 50 lbs/62 in; overweight/oversize fees apply otherwise

Musical Instruments: Free in cabin if fits overhead; counts as 1 of 2 free checked bags

Full Southwest Airlines baggage policy → · Carry-on size checker →

Southwest Airlines — Contact & Support

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Cabin Classes — Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is the largest domestic US carrier by passengers carried, operating an all-Boeing 737 fleet with an open-seating model unlike any other major US airline — passengers choose their own seats after boarding in their assigned group. Southwest is famous for including two free checked bags with every fare, no change fees, and a network built around point-to-point routes rather than hub-and-spoke. Its primary operating bases include Dallas Love Field, Atlanta, Chicago Midway, Denver, Las Vegas, Baltimore, and Phoenix.

  • Wanna Get Away: Southwest's lowest everyday fare — refundable only as travel credit, earns 6 points per dollar, and requires advance purchase. No seat classes exist; all seats on the plane are identical 3-3 leather seats.
  • Wanna Get Away Plus: A step up with transferable travel credits (can be gifted to another traveler), same-day standby, and 8 points per dollar. Introduced in 2022 as an intermediate tier.
  • Anytime: Fully refundable to original payment, earns 10 points per dollar, and qualifies for Business Select upgrades at check-in. Higher flexibility for business travelers who need to change plans.
  • Business Select: Southwest's premium fare: A1–A15 boarding position (among the very first to board), 12 points per dollar, a complimentary premium drink, and priority security access at select airports. Same seats as all other fares — the value is early boarding and first pick of any seat.

📶 Wi-Fi: Available on all Southwest flights. Southwest uses a satellite-based Wi-Fi system that covers the full route network. Live TV is streamed free through the Southwest app (no purchase required). A-List Preferred members receive complimentary Wi-Fi automatically when logged into their Rapid Rewards account. Cost: $8 per day; free for A-List Preferred members on all flights.

Expert Tips — Southwest Airlines

  • Set an alarm for exactly 24 hours before departure — online check-in opens then, and checking in at the earliest second gives you the best boarding position and the best seat selection.
  • Business Select fares guarantee an A1–A15 boarding position, which virtually assures a window or aisle seat anywhere on the plane. Worth it on longer flights with a full plane.
  • Southwest's 737-800 has a 3-3 layout with 143 seats — exit rows 16 and 17 have extra legroom (38 in) but no reclining seats. Row 12 (the emergency exit) also has extra room.
  • The Companion Pass is one of the best travel deals in the US — target it by opening a Southwest credit card when the sign-up bonus counts toward the 135,000-point threshold.

If Your Flight Is Delayed

  • Open the Southwest Airlines app immediately — delay and gate-change push notifications arrive faster than PA announcements.
  • If delayed 3+ hours due to a controllable cause, ask the gate agent about meal vouchers or hotel accommodation (overnight delays).
  • Check alternate routings before the agent announces them — having a specific rebooking suggestion ready cuts wait time at the gate.
  • Keep receipts for any meals or transport you pay for during a significant delay — airlines may reimburse reasonable costs under their customer commitment policies.
  • US DOT rule: Airlines must offer a full cash refund if they cancel or make a "significant change" to your flight and you choose not to rebook.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Southwest's open seating work?

Southwest does not assign seats at booking. Instead, passengers receive a boarding group (A, B, or C) and a position number (1–60+) based on when they check in. Boarding opens 24 hours before departure. You then walk onto the plane in that order and choose any available seat — window, middle, or aisle.

Does Southwest charge for checked bags?

No — Southwest includes two free checked bags (up to 50 lbs each) with every fare, including its cheapest Wanna Get Away tickets. This is unique among major US carriers and can make the total cost competitive even if the base fare appears higher than rivals.

What is the Southwest Rapid Rewards Companion Pass?

The Companion Pass lets one designated companion fly with you on every Southwest flight for free (just taxes and fees) for the remainder of the calendar year you earned it plus the entire following year. To earn it, you must accumulate 135,000 Rapid Rewards qualifying points in a single calendar year — points from flights, co-branded credit card spend, and partner purchases all count.

Does Southwest have first class or premium seating?

No — Southwest operates a single all-economy cabin. All seats are identical. The distinction between fares (Wanna Get Away, Anytime, Business Select) is about flexibility, boarding position, and points earning, not the seat itself. Business Select guarantees an A1–A15 boarding position so you can choose the best available seat.

Other Southwest Airlines Flights

  • Flight WN1 — Los Angeles (LAX) to Las Vegas (LAS), Boeing 737-800, 1h 5m
  • Flight WN2 — Las Vegas (LAS) to Los Angeles (LAX), Boeing 737-800, 1h 5m
  • Flight WN3 — Orlando (MCO) to Tampa (TPA), Boeing 737-800, 1h 5m
  • Flight WN100 — Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Houston (HOU), Boeing 737-800, 1h 5m
  • Flight WN200 — Los Angeles (LAX) to Oakland (OAK), Boeing 737-800, 1h 10m

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