How do I install the southwest mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `SW_USERNAME`, `SW_PASSWORD` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Southwest MCP Server

MCP server for Southwest Airlines - search flights, manage bookings

Local serverstdio

What is the Southwest MCP Server?

MCP server for Southwest Airlines - search flights, manage bookings

The short version

MCP server for Southwest Airlines — search flights, manage bookings, check in, and manage your Rapid Rewards account via browser automation.

Search flights — with real-time pricing across all fare classes
Compare fares — Wanna Get Away, Wanna Get Away+, Anytime, Business Select
Book flights — with dollars or Rapid Rewards points
Manage reservations — change, cancel, get details
No change fees — — Southwest never charges them
Check in — online (opens exactly 24 hours before departure)

What it needs from you

Node.js 18+ - Playwright browsers: npx playwright install chromium

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
search_flights
get_flight_details
select_flight	Select a flight from search results to proceed with booking.
get_fares
add_early_bird	Add Early Bird Check-In to an existing booking (~$15–25/person/flight).
checkout
get_reservation
change_flight
cancel_flight	Cancel a reservation. Use confirm: true to actually cancel.
check_in
get_boarding_pass
get_rapid_rewards	Check Rapid Rewards points, tier status, and Companion Pass progress.
book_with_points

How to install the Southwest MCP Server

claude mcp add southwest --env SW_USERNAME=your-value --env SW_PASSWORD=your-value -- npx -y playwright

Configuration

Node.js 18+ - Playwright browsers: npx playwright install chromium

Variable	Description	Required
SW_USERNAME	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
SW_PASSWORD	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use Southwest to search flights.”
“Use Southwest to get flight details.”
“Use Southwest to select flight.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for Southwest Airlines - search flights, manage bookings Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.