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Southwest Airlines Co. is projected to rise to $56.36 by 2027, a +16% move from its current price of $48.43. LUV is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/11/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12 | $47.53 | $48.44 | $49.37 | +0.03% |
| Jul 13 | $47.17 | $48.46 | $49.77 | +0.05% |
| Jul 14 | $46.90 | $48.47 | $50.09 | +0.08% |
| Jul 15 | $46.68 | $48.48 | $50.36 | +0.11% |
| Jul 16 | $46.48 | $48.50 | $50.60 | +0.14% |
| Jul 17 | $46.31 | $48.51 | $50.82 | +0.16% |
| Jul 18 | $46.15 | $48.52 | $51.02 | +0.19% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $46.15 | $48.52 | $51.02 | +0.19% |
| Week 2 | $45.28 | $48.61 | $52.19 | +0.38% |
| Week 3 | $44.65 | $48.71 | $53.13 | +0.57% |
| Week 4 | $44.14 | $48.80 | $53.95 | +0.76% |
| Week 5 | $43.70 | $48.89 | $54.70 | +0.95% |
| Week 6 | $43.32 | $48.98 | $55.40 | +1.15% |
| Week 7 | $42.97 | $49.08 | $56.05 | +1.34% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline company that provides scheduled air transportation services in the United States and internationally. It also provides Rapid Rewards loyalty program; SWABIZ, an online booking tool; and inflight entertainment platform that includes movies-on-demand live and on-demand television, flight tracker, and additional curated content, as well as a variety of premium snacks and coffee.
The company offers ancillary services, such as in-flight purchases, baggage fees, EarlyBird Check-In, and upgraded boarding, as well as transportation of pets and unaccompanied minors. As of December 31, 2025, the company operated a total fleet of 803 Boeing 737 aircraft; and served 117 destinations in 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as ten near-international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. Southwest Airlines Co.
was incorporated in 1967 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) trades around $50.94 and carries a market cap of $24.9B, ranking 522 by market capitalization. The current price level sits within a broader forecast that envisions gradual upside from the near term into the longer horizon.
The forecast for 2026 shows an average price of $50.94 with a range from $36.29 to $67.98 and neutral sentiment, suggesting a balanced near-term outlook.
A major floor 25.9% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 15.6% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 7.6% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 20.5% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key LUV support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of LUV market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $49.31 | Sell | $49.19 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $50.22 | Sell | $49.42 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $49.06 | Sell | $48.43 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $43.95 | Buy | $45.59 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $43.22 | Buy | $43.65 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $40.68 | Buy | $41.09 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 54.00 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| CCI (20) | -23.24 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -100.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.47 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -1.98 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.43 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | 0.71 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 3.15 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 35.87 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -3.66 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 60.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 48.39 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 26.24 | Buy |
| ATR (14) | 0.83 | Info |
Near-term technicals show a bullish tilt in sentiment. The RSI(14) is 70, and the stock trades above the SMA50 of $41.70 and SMA200 of $39.66, indicating upside momentum.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $36.29 | $48.43 | $63.81 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $46.14 | $56.36 | $72.00 | +16% | Neutral | |
| $56.35 | $70.14 | $92.04 | +45% | Bullish | |
| $65.47 | $82.76 | $110.93 | +71% | Bullish | |
| $72.04 | $92.31 | $125.97 | +91% | Bullish | |
| $83.09 | $107.77 | $149.40 | +123% | Bullish | |
| $85.16 | $111.71 | $157.09 | +131% | Bullish | |
| $88.09 | $116.79 | $166.37 | +141% | Bullish | |
| $97.87 | $131.06 | $188.93 | +171% | Bullish | |
| $109.31 | $147.77 | $215.41 | +205% | Bullish | |
| $155.31 | $219.07 | $334.74 | +352% | Bullish | |
| $320.79 | $485.58 | $795.65 | +903% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $36.29 | $48.43 | $58.65 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $42.98 | $50.32 | $60.21 | +3.91% |
| September 2026 | $42.20 | $49.64 | $59.86 | -1.35% |
| October 2026 | $42.44 | $50.14 | $60.86 | +1.00% |
| November 2026 | $43.62 | $51.71 | $63.11 | +3.13% |
| December 2026 | $43.74 | $52.02 | $63.81 | +0.59% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month LUV forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
By 2026, LUV could reach as high as $63.81, with a base case around $48.43 and support toward $36.29 — roughly 0% from $48.43. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
Expect LUV to range from $46.14 to $72.00 through 2027. The $56.36 average target implies a +16% move from current prices. That is up +16% on the projected 2026 average. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
The LUV price prediction for 2028 points to an average of $70.14 (low $56.35, high $92.04) — a potential gain of +45% on today's $48.43. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2029, LUV is projected to trade between $65.47 and $110.93, averaging $82.76 — a potential gain of +71% from today's $48.43. That is up +18% on the projected 2028 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Southwest Airlines Co.'s 2030 outlook centres on $92.31, within a $72.04 to $125.97 range. That is up +12% on the projected 2029 average. That marks a +91% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2031, LUV could reach as high as $149.40, with a base case around $107.77 and support toward $83.09 — roughly +123% from $48.43. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect LUV to range from $85.16 to $157.09 through 2032. The $111.71 average target implies a +131% move from current prices. That is up +4% on the projected 2031 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The LUV price prediction for 2033 points to an average of $116.79 (low $88.09, high $166.37) — a potential gain of +141% on today's $48.43. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2034, LUV is projected to trade between $97.87 and $188.93, averaging $131.06 — a potential gain of +171% from today's $48.43. That is up +12% on the projected 2033 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Southwest Airlines Co.'s 2035 outlook centres on $147.77, within a $109.31 to $215.41 range. That is up +13% on the projected 2034 average. That marks a +205% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2040, LUV could reach as high as $334.74, with a base case around $219.07 and support toward $155.31 — roughly +352% from $48.43. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect LUV to range from $320.79 to $795.65 through 2050. The $485.58 average target implies a +903% move from current prices. That is up +122% on the projected 2040 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in LUV today (≈ 20.648358 LUV) could be worth
$10,026.45
+$9,026.45 (+903%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected LUV price of $485.58 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in LUVwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in LUV on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 26.773763 LUV) would be worth
$1,296.65
+$296.65 (+29.7%) today · 1.30× · US Dollar
Based on a LUV entry price of $37.35 vs. today's $48.43.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $50.25 | $963.78 | -3.6% |
| 1 month ago | $41.4 | $1,169.81 | +17.0% |
| 3 months ago | $39.56 | $1,224.22 | +22.4% |
| 6 months ago | $43.85 | $1,104.45 | +10.4% |
| 1 year ago | $37.35 | $1,296.65 | +29.7% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $52.98 | $914.12 | -8.6% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our LUV forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $97.00 around 2031.
Implied market cap at $97.00: $47.41B
The multi-year forecast depicts a rising trajectory with each successive year showing higher average prices and bullish sentiment from 2028 onward. The 2027 forecast lists an average of $60.26 with a 18.3% ROI and neutral sentiment; 2028 shows $74.52 (46.3% ROI) and bullish; 2029 shows $87.31 (71.4% ROI) and bullish; 2030 shows $99.10 (94.5% ROI) and bullish. The outlook continues to rise to $232.34 average in 2040 (356.1% ROI) and $515.63 average in 2050 (912.2% ROI), with a max price as high as $140.09 in 2030 and $902.70 in 2050, all with bullish sentiment in the later years.
These figures illustrate a strong longer-term upside path but remain estimates rather than guarantees, and risks to outcomes are inherent in any forecast.
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2030—avg $99.10, min $75.22, max $140.09; ROI 94.5%; sentiment BULLISH.
Forecasts show a bullish sentiment from 2028 onward with rising averages: 2028 avg $74.52 (ROI 46.3%), 2029 avg $87.31 (ROI 71.4%), 2030 avg $99.10 (ROI 94.5%), and 2040/2050 averages of $232.34 and $515.63 with ROI 356.1% and 912.2% respectively.
Yes. The 2030 forecast lists a max price of $140.09, with a bullish sentiment.
Current price is $50.94. The 30-day range is $43.66 to $59.44.
2050—min $315.35, avg $515.63, max $902.70; ROI 912.2%; sentiment BULLISH.
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