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Breeze Airways vs Southwest Airlines: fleets and facts compared

Breeze Airways (United States) and Southwest Airlines (United States) side by side: fleet size, main aircraft type, founding year, hubs and status, each from our database with its source and date. Both are among the larger low-cost airlines in North America in our directory.

  • 64Breeze fleet, as of 31 August 2026
  • 803Southwest fleet, as of 30 September 2026
  • United States · Hubs CHS · TPA · PVD +3 · founded 2021Active
  • United States · Hubs DEN · LAS · MDW +3 · founded 1971Active

At a glance

Each fact from our database. A grey tint marks the larger value in a row; it is not a verdict.

Fleet sizeBreeze Airways64 aircraftPress report · as of Southwest Airlines803 aircraftAirline report · as of
Main aircraft typeBreeze AirwaysA220-300Southwest AirlinesNot published in full
FoundedBreeze Airways2021Southwest Airlines1971
Home countryBreeze AirwaysUnited StatesSouthwest AirlinesUnited States
HubsBreeze AirwaysCHSTPAPVDORFMCORDUSouthwest AirlinesDENLASMDWBWIPHXDAL
StatusBreeze AirwaysActiveSouthwest AirlinesActive

Data last updated: Breeze Airways · Southwest Airlines

Fleet breakdown

Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.

Breeze Airways fleet1 type

64 aircraftPress report · as of

  • A220-30064

Southwest Airlines fleet

803 aircraftAirline report · as of

The source gives no aircraft-type breakdown.

Baggage & fees compared

Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.

Breeze Airways

Breeze's help centre article "Bag Allowance and Dimensions" sets out these limits. Sizes and weights only; carry-on and checked bags are bought separately or come with a bundle.

  • Personal item: one per guest at no charge, such as a purse, briefcase, small backpack or laptop bag. It must fit under the seat in front and not exceed 17 x 13 x 8 inches.
  • Carry-on bag: one per guest, bought individually or included in bundles. Maximum 22 x 14 x 9 inches including handles and wheels, and no more than 35 lb. If overhead bins are full, carry-ons may have to be checked.
  • Checked bags: maximum 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and 50 lb. Larger or heavier bags are charged as oversized or overweight. Bags over 99 lb or 80 linear inches are not accepted.
  • Pet carriers count as the personal item. The under-seat space at standard and extra-legroom seats is 17 x 8 x 13 inches, and carriers do not fit under Breeze Ascent seats.

Bags cannot be removed within 24 hours of departure. Source: Breeze Airways Info & FAQs, "Bag Allowance and Dimensions" and "Carry-On Bags", read on 24 October 2026.

Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.

Southwest Airlines

Southwest's help centre sets out these limits. Sizes and weights only; since 28 May 2025 checked bags are charged on most fares, so check what your fare includes.

  • Carry-on bag: one bag of up to 24 x 16 x 10 inches (length x width x height), including wheels, handles and attachments. It goes in the overhead bin.
  • Personal item: one item that fits under the seat in front, such as a purse, briefcase, laptop case or backpack. Southwest gives examples but publishes no dimensions for it. A pet carrier counts as either the carry-on or the personal item.
  • Checked bags: standard limit of 62 inches (length + width + height, wheels and handles included) and up to 50 pounds per bag. Bags over these limits attract extra charges.
  • Some countries are subject to baggage embargoes that restrict oversized, overweight and extra checked bags, and partner itineraries may follow the partner airline's rules.

Bags too large for the cabin, or a second carry-on or personal item, must be checked at the ticket counter before the gate. Source: Southwest Help Center, "Carryon and Personal Item Policy" and "Checked Bag Policy", read on 24 October 2026.

Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.

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Frequently asked

Which has the bigger fleet, Breeze Airways or Southwest Airlines?

Southwest Airlines has the larger published fleet. Breeze Airways 64 aircraft (Press report, as of 31 August 2026); Southwest Airlines 803 aircraft (Airline report, as of 30 September 2026).

Is Breeze Airways cheaper than Southwest Airlines?

Fares change by route, date and demand, so neither airline is always cheaper. This page compares fleets and published facts, not fares. To check prices for a trip, search both airlines for the same dates.

Which airline is older?

Southwest Airlines was founded in 1971, Breeze Airways in 2021.

Do Breeze Airways and Southwest Airlines share a hub airport?

Not in our data. Breeze Airways lists CHS, TPA, PVD, ORF, MCO and RDU; Southwest Airlines lists DEN, LAS, MDW, BWI, PHX and DAL.

Are both airlines currently flying?

Yes. Both are active in our directory.

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