We allow alcohol in checked luggage under the following conditions:

• Alcohol (wine and liquor) must be in the original unopened container with the manufacturer's label when transported as checked baggage.
• The maximum quantity of liquor that may be transported in or as checked baggage is five liters per Customer. Wine is not subject to the five-liter per Customer limitation.
• Alcohol content may not exceed 70% by volume (140 proof). Visit the FAA’s PackSafe for Passengers for additional information.
• Alcohol (wine and liquor) in checked baggage should be securely packaged in a leak-proof bag with adequate professional packaging designed to fit the proportions of the bottle to prevent breakage.
• Alcohol (wine and liquor) accepted as checked baggage must be contained within a corrugated box secured with sealing tape. The contents must be packaged in a leak-proof bag with professional packaging designed to fit the proportions of the bottle to prevent breakage.
• Liquor and wine packaging is available for sale at our ticket counters for $5.00 per unit.
• We don’t accept liability for breakage of liquids or fragile items in checked luggage even if transported in special packaging purchased from Southwest®. 
• Packaging purchased at our ticket counters is intended for liquor or wine placed inside checked baggage only.
• Professional packaging by alcohol and wine suppliers (e.g., cruise lines, wineries, duty-free shops) is acceptable as long as the contents have adequate cushioning, and the packaging prevents leakage.
• All alcohol (wine and liquor) is subject to TSA screening.

Traveling on an itinerary involving a partner airline? Keep in mind that the partner airline may have different guidelines.