Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Seat Map

Southwest doesn't assign seats — you pick your own when you board. Boarding group A, B, or C determines your seat selection. Here's how to get the best seat on every Southwest 737 flight.

Open Seating at a Glance

• No assigned seats — choose your own seat when you board
• Boarding groups: A (1–60), B (1–60), C (1–60)
• Group A strategy: Head to exit rows 16–17 (35–38 in legroom) or front rows 1–3
• Get Group A: Buy Business Select, or add EarlyBird Check-In ($15–$25)
• Layout: 3-3, 143 seats (737-700) · 175 seats (737 MAX 8)

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