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Southwest loyalists don't choose this airline for its premium perks. The "LUV" airline is known for its open seating format and consumer-friendly policies such as free checked bags and automatic priority boarding for parents with young children.
In keeping with this egalitarian approach, Southwest offers consistently predictable return value on award flights booked with Rapid Rewards points, which Insider values at 1.4 cents apiece on average.