Losing your luggage can be the worst thing during travel. It can be really hard to get the luggage back when you are completely in a new place. One cannot even imagine the pain. In your luggage, you may have some expensive jewelry, some personal or official documents, or a gift for your daughter. 

Find out how to contact Southwest Airlines in case of a lost and found issue.  

You don't have to go through these lost-and-found issues when you fly with Southwest Airlines. At Southwest, we take great care of your luggage. 

If Southwest has lost your item, you must reach the nearest counter and report the incident to Southwest staff, or you can call 1-800-435-9792 and speak to the Southwest customer care team for immediate assistance. 

What should I do If I lose an item on Southwest Airlines?

Southwest helps you in every step of your journey, whether on the flight or on the ground. We assist you with every single step to make your journey peaceful. Let's find out how we help passengers who have lost their luggage. 

As soon as you find you have lost your luggage, immediately visit the counter near you and inform the Southwest customer care executive about the lost incident. If that option is not available, take your phone and call 1-800-435-9792 to report your incident. Once the issue is reported, the Southwest team will find your items quickly. 

Southwest Lost and Found Policy

Anyone flying from any airline must learn about their lost and found policy, so they can take appropriate actions in case of such an incident.

However, the Lost and Found Policy of Southwest is comparatively simple.

• In case of losing your luggage on a domestic flight, the issue must be reported within 4 hours of arrival. 
• Southwest will not take responsibility for manufacturing defects or minor damage to the luggage.  
• If you lose the luggage on an international flight, report within 21 days of arrival. 
• You have to share your contact details, such as phone number and email id, to get a reply from Southwest about your luggage. 
• Southwest will deliver the found luggage to the address shared by the customer. 

What are the lost baggage terms & conditions of Southwest Airlines?

You are eligible for compensation in case of lost luggage, but you must have followed some guidelines to get the compensation.

Let's have a look at the terms and conditions. 

• In case you lose your baggage after following the proper checking process. You are eligible for compensation. 
• If you don't get your luggage back within seven working days of reporting the lost issue, you are eligible for compensation. 
• Remember to report the issue within 4 hours of arrival in case of domestic travel.
• You must report the lost incident within 5 hours of arrival in case of an international flight. 

How to file a southwest Airlines lost and found report

Lost and found issues can be reported via call or direct at the counter.

You can fill out the lost and found form on Southwest Airlines Southwest Lost and Found.  

Let's take a look at the step-by-step process of reporting the lost and found issue. 

• Go to Southwest Airlines Website.
• Open the baggage section.
• Reach lost and found.
• Find a form to report the incident.
• Fill out all the required details about lost items.
• Mention your contact details with flight departure information. 

You can use the phone option or approach the nearest counter to share the details of lost items.  

Does Southwest pay you if they lose your bag?

Yes, Southwest has to pay for your lost baggage, but the amount may differ. Generally, the airline pays $200 to $500, but only in case the incident is reported within the time as per guidelines for domestic and international flights.  

How much does Southwest pay for lost baggage?

The amount you may get depends on the value of your lost items, though you may not get any amount if you fail to report the lost incident within a given time as per the lost and found policy.  

You may expect 200 USD to 500 USD as compensation for your lost luggage. 

Does Southwest compensate for delayed baggage?

You can expect compensation for your delayed baggage, in case you have bought some items while waiting for your delayed baggage at the airport. You must include those items in your compensation amount, and Southwest will pay the additional compensation. 

How to claim compensation from Southwest Airlines 

Via Call, Website, or nearest counter. You can choose any of the options to report the lost baggage. Call 1-800-435-9792 and report the incident for quick response. You may have to share your travel-related details and contact information. 

Via Website, you should go to the official Website of Southwest Airlines and report the issue.   

Via Counter, as soon as you learn you have lost your baggage, immediately reach the airport counter and share the details with Southwest staff.    

File for compensation, If you don't get your luggage back within the given time as per policy, you are eligible to file for compensation.  

• Go to Southwest.com.
• Find 'baggage policies.'
• Hit baggage claim.
• Fill out your last name with a report/file number.  
• Continue with the next steps, and you will get an update on the compensation.