Getting a last minute deal on Southwest Airlines

Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.

Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is known for its affordable advance purchase and walk-up fares. For example, fares that require no advance purchase or overnight stay start at $49 one-way from Philadelphia to Providence. Southwest's average passenger airfare is $89.28.

In addition to already low fares, Southwest Airlines lists their last minute airfare offers on their web site www.southwest.com. The airline also sends out weekly Click ‘N Save e-mails which are very popular with travelers - more than 4 million people subscribe to the last minute airfare e-mail.