Southwest Airlines will introduce assigned seating later this month, replacing its current open-seating policy. Here's what ...

Is it worth paying extra for a seat assignment on a flight? For Donna Shelton, the answer is: almost never. "OK, I just made an exception on a flight from Houston to Chicago," said Shelton, a banker ...

Southwest Airlines passengers will fly in assigned seats for the first time on Jan. 27, the carrier told CNBC. Customers can start buying tickets with assigned seats on July 29. Stream Connecticut ...

Is it worth paying extra for a seat assignment on a flight? For Donna Shelton, the answer is: almost never. “OK, I just made an exception on a flight from Houston to Chicago," says Shelton, a banker ...

If you feel a little claustrophobic, maybe you should pay a little extra — or a lot extra — to stay out of one of the cramped seats, advises Christopher Elliott. Getty Images / Getty Images Is it ...

Airlines are collecting billions of dollars annually from seat assignment fees. Passengers should consider paying extra for seat assignments on long flights, when traveling with companions, or if a ...