Southwest launches (another) $39 fare sale to woo pandemic travelers

Southwest Launches $39 Sale Southwest Airlines is trying to get people back to flying during the pandemic by tempting the public with low fares. On Tuesday, Southwest launched a 3-day sale that has fares starting at $39 one-way depending on where you want to go.  The inexpensive fares go into next April so if you feel COVID-19 might be less of a threat, you can roll the dice on a cheap Spring Break trip.

Southwest has promised that the airline will keep middle seats open to promote social distancing through October 31st. Have you flown since the pandemic started? Will a cheap fare convince you to go on a plane?