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Southwest's Massive Expansion: 31 New Routes Launch Next Week [Map]

Southwest Airlines will launch 31 new routes between March 2 and 8, the most weekly additions among its peers. The rollout includes 25 domestic and six international services, five of which are brand‑new markets, marking the carrier’s first international flights from Indianapolis and Kansas City. The new network features the 70‑nautical‑mile Midway‑Milwaukee link, Southwest’s second‑shortest route. This expansion occurs despite a modest year‑over‑year capacity dip reported in March 2026.