SOUTHWEST AIRLINES OFFERS $39 FARE

Southwest Airlines today announced a fare of $39 each way in all Intra-California markets with travel good from August 16 through September 30.

"Customers who take advantage of this special fare will probably pay more for the cab ride from Los Angeles International Airport to a hotel downtown," said Joyce Rogge, Southwest Airlines vice president of marketing. "Whether for business or pleasure, Southwest Airlines' Customers can travel within the state on a terrific low fare, and have a lot of money left over to spend on a great meal when they get to their destination."

Tickets must be purchased within one day of making reservations and at least seven days before departure, but no later than September 23, 1999. Fares are each way with roundtrip purchase required and apply to scheduled service only. Seats are limited and won't be available on some flights that operate during very busy travel times and holiday periods such as Labor Day. Tickets are nonrefundable but may be applied if unused toward the purchase of future travel on Southwest Airlines. Fares are subject to change until ticketed, and any change in itinerary may result in an increase in fare. Fares do not include airport taxes of up to $12 roundtrip or a $2 per segment fee. A stayover of at least one night is required.

The fare is available by calling (800) 435-9792, visiting the airline's web site at www.southwest.com, or by calling a professional travel agent.

Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV), the fourth largest domestic carrier in terms of Customers boarded, currently serves 54 cities in 28 states. Based in Dallas, Southwest currently operates more than 2,400 flights a day with a fleet of 299 Boeing 737s with an average age of 8.5 years--one of the youngest pure jet fleets in the domestic airline industry.

Southwest serves nine cities in California, including Ontario, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Burbank, Oakland, San Francisco, Sacramento, and San Jose.