Question 1

What is Southwest Airlines's total costs & expenses?

Accepted Answer

Southwest Airlines (LUV) reported total costs & expenses of $8.15B in Q2 2026.

Question 2

How has Southwest Airlines's total costs & expenses changed year-over-year?

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Southwest Airlines's total costs & expenses increased by 16.1% year-over-year, from $7.02B to $8.15B.

Question 3

What is the long-term trend for Southwest Airlines's total costs & expenses?

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Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Southwest Airlines's total costs & expenses has grown at a 18.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $14.07B to $27.64B.

Question 4

What does total costs & expenses mean?

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This metric represents the aggregate sum of all operating expenditures incurred by the airline to support its flight operations, maintenance, and administrative functions. It encompasses essential outlays such as labor, fuel, airport fees, and depreciation, providing a comprehensive view of the cost structure required to generate revenue. Monitoring this figure is critical for evaluating the company's operational efficiency and its ability to manage inflationary pressures within the capital-intensive aviation industry.

Line item	Three months ended June 30, 2026	Three months ended June 30, 2025	Six months ended June 30, 2026	Six months ended June 30, 2025
Landing fees and airport rentals	636	567	1,208	1,090
Depreciation and amortization	402	400	800	795
Other operating expenses	1,101	1,133	2,139	2,223
Total operating expenses	8,147	7,019	15,067	13,670
OPERATING INCOME	285	225	615	2
NON-OPERATING EXPENSES (INCOME):
Interest expense	64	39	118	85
Capitalized interest	(12)	(13)	(25)	(24)

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