Southwest- seating issue

[pooch]

We always buy the early birds, especially to avoid the check-in rush 24 hours prior.

Like Craig Larson above, I usually buy it only when 24 hr check in is not possible as when we are cruising with no internet access. Other than that, I set an alarm on my phone for 5 minutes before check in opens & just check in. I don’t find it to be a hassle or a rush. Especially now, our EBCI for our flight in November was $38 per person! That’s just ridiculous. Glad I get them free from Chase!

 

[maxiesmom]

My parents have gotten late Group B numbers before (like B45 or higher) and have still been able to find 2 seats together.

Our travel group of 4 has all had to sit away from each other when getting B. That is the hard thing about it. Sometimes you gamble and lose.

 

[hrhdhd]

Our travel group of 4 has all had to sit away from each other when getting B. That is the hard thing about it. Sometimes you gamble and lose.

I dunno. Might be a win. I don't understand needing to sit together. I don't mind sitting by myself and reading a book. (For the OP's first-time flier, maybe I'd look at it differently.)