Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Forecast & Price Prediction 2025, 2030, 2040, and 2050
Track Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) stock performance with short-term forecasts for 2025 and long-term LUV price prediction till 2050. Review historical trends, get analyst Buy/Sell/Hold ratings, and stay updated with the latest Southwest Airlines Co. headlines.
1 Month Prediction
$56.80 [86.04%]
3 Month Prediction
$57.61 [88.71%]
6 Month Prediction
$58.50 [91.60%]
1 Year Prediction
$61.37 [101.03%]
3 Year Prediction
$63.63 [108.43%]
5 Year Prediction
$66.17 [116.73%]
About Southwest Airlines Co.
Southwest Airlines Co. is one of the largest low-cost carriers in the United States. The company Southwest provides scheduled service to 121 destinations across 42 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and ten international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, and Costa Rica.
Southwest operates an all-Boeing 737 fleet of 800 aircraft, which makes it the fourth-largest commercial airline fleet in the world and the largest 737 operator. It has nearly 66,100 employees and operates about 4,000 daily departures during peak travel season.
The company was established in 1967, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Historical Performance
IPO Date
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) went public on 27 June, 1977.
Change
Since inception, LUV has increased by 3,243.33%. In the last 5 years, LUV has risen from $29.71 to $30.53, a minor 2.76% increase since 2020.
Historical Highs and Lows
In the past 5 years, the stock reached a high of $59.69 and a low of $21.59.
52 Week Range
$23.58
$36.12
The current price $30.53 is not near the 52-week extremes, which means that the stock is neither overbought nor underbought.
LUV Stock Price History
Based on LUV stock's historical price data, this table shows how the stock has performed in the last 6 years. Since 2019, the LUV stock has fallen from $29.37 - $52.07 to $30.53 - $31.06, which is down -38.46%. Currently, the stock follows downward trend.
Here, we have calculated stock range of LUV, indicating the highs and lows for each year, the average price based on the daily closing prices each year, and the change% from the average price.
| Year | Stock Price | Avg Price | Change% | Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $29.37 - $52.07 | $37.41 | -25.19 | 1 Year Change |
| 2021 | $40.73 - $59.69 | $49.65 | -0.71 | 2 Year Change |
| 2022 | $29.32 - $44.42 | $37.92 | -24.17 | 3 Year Change |
| 2023 | $21.59 - $34.79 | $29.49 | -41.02 | 4 Year Change |
| 2024 | $25.49 - $33.49 | $29.32 | -41.36 | 5 Year Change |
| 2025 | $30.53 - $31.06 | $30.77 | -38.46 | 6 Year Change |
LUV Price Performance
6-Month Performance
LUV stock jumped by 0.36% in the last six months.
1-Year Performance
The stock has trended upwards by 19.79% in the past year.
3-Year Performance
In the last 3 years, the stock has plummeted by 31.27%.
5-Year Performance
In the last 5 years, the stock has gone up by 2.76%.
According to Southwest Airlines Co.'s historical data, below graph gives us the exact picture of how the LUV stock has performed year-over-year. Here, Each bar on the graph represents a particular year that illustrates how the stock's price changed from one year to the next.
YoY Performance
In the last five years, the stock has shown positive growth in 1 year and a decline in 4 years.
2020
13.04% ↓
2021
8.09% ↓
2022
21.41% ↓
2023
12.36% ↓
2024
19.22% ↑
NOTE: Green bars indicate that the stock has risen compared to the previous year, while red bars show that the stock has fallen.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Financials & Stock Analysis
Total Revenue
Quarterly Revenue: $6.93 B (Q4)
Revenue for Q4 ending 31st December, 2024 increased 0.87% compared to Q3 ending 30th September, 2024.
Annual Revenue: $27.48 B (1Y)
Revenue for trailing 12 months decreased 0.00% year over year from 31st December, 2024.
If compared to the last 4 years, the revenue has gone up from $15.79 billion to $27.48 billion, a 74.05% change.
Market Capitalization
Southwest Airlines Co. has a market capitalization of $18.09B, which places LUV in the large-cap category.
Fundamental Analysis
EPS: $nan (Q4), $0.78 (1Y)
EPS decreased nan% since last quarter, and decreased 0.00% since last year.
Net Income: $261.00 M (Q4), $465.00 M (1Y)
Net Income increased 289.55% since last quarter, and decreased 0.00% since last year.
Free Cash Flow: $16.00 M (Q4), $-1.62 B (1Y)
Free Cash Flow decreased 103.86% since last quarter, and increased 315.94% since last year.
Net Profit Margin: 3.77% (Q4), 1.69% (1Y)
Net Profit Margin increased 286.18% since last quarter, and decreased 0.00% since last year.
Below, we have listed 12 key indicators for Fundamental analysis for LUV stock. These indicators help you understand Southwest Airlines Co.'s financial health, earnings and growth potential, and make a decision if the stock is a good long-term investment or not.
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Technical Analysis
Here, we have listed 5 key indicators for Technical Analysis for LUV stock. These indicators help investors study past price movements and trading volumes to forecast future price changes, and find the right time when to buy, sell or hold the stock.
| Technical Indicators | Value |
|---|---|
| SMA20 | $30.04 |
| SMA50 | $31.41 |
| SMA200 | $29.68 |
| RSI | 51.87 |
| Beta | 1.10 |
SMA20 < Current Price
This signals LUV stock is in short-term bullish momentum.
SMA50 > Current Price
This signals LUV stock is in mid-term bearish momentum.
SMA200 < Current Price
This signals LUV stock is in long-term bullish momentum.
Sentiment Based on Technical Analysis
Based on 8 technical analysis indicators, the overall sentiment for LUV stock is Neutral. Out of all indicators, 2 indicates bullish signals, 3 signals bearish trends and 4 gives neutral trends. The LUV stock forecast was last updated on 12 March, 2025.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast
According to short-term forecast, the stock is expected to rise to $59.53 by the end of 2025, and can reach around $51.45 to $57.44 in 2026. And, the long-term forecast suggests that the stock may further jump to $55.56 - $59.91 in 2028, and $55.94 - $72.54 by 2031. So, the LUV stock shows a strong upward trend in the next several years.
Short-term LUV Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Date | Forecasted Price | Change% |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04 | $56.80 | 86.05% |
| 2025-05 | $56.72 | 85.78% |
| 2025-06 | $57.61 | 88.7% |
| 2025-07 | $55.64 | 82.25% |
| 2025-08 | $57.60 | 88.67% |
| 2025-09 | $58.49 | 91.58% |
| 2025-10 | $51.60 | 69.01% |
| 2025-11 | $55.52 | 81.85% |
| 2025-12 | $59.53 | 94.99% |
In 2025, the LUV stock price is expected to fluctuate between $51.6 and $59.53. According to the monthly forecast, the stock could rise to $59.53 by December 2024. If compared to the LUV's current price, the stock could gain 94.99% by the end of this year.
Long-term LUV Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Year | Year Start | Year Mid | Year End | Change% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51.45 | $58.08 | $57.44 | 88.14% |
| 2027 | $63.87 | $58.92 | $63.21 | 107.04% |
| 2028 | $55.56 | $70.73 | $59.91 | 96.23% |
| 2029 | $58.30 | $62.73 | $59.27 | 94.14% |
| 2030 | $65.50 | $65.84 | $64.65 | 111.76% |
| 2031 | $55.94 | $61.48 | $72.54 | 137.6% |
| 2032 | $65.31 | $64.59 | $77.28 | 153.13% |
| 2033 | $65.20 | $66.16 | $72.27 | 136.72% |
| 2034 | $59.82 | $78.17 | $65.86 | 115.72% |
| 2035 | $73.11 | $75.64 | $66.04 | 116.31% |
| 2036 | $70.37 | $57.69 | $76.62 | 150.97% |
| 2037 | $71.69 | $64.34 | $77.57 | 154.08% |
| 2038 | $63.11 | $79.53 | $82.96 | 171.73% |
| 2039 | $87.08 | $73.90 | $76.79 | 151.52% |
| 2040 | $63.04 | $75.73 | $73.64 | 141.21% |
| 2041 | $74.45 | $75.83 | $88.55 | 190.04% |
| 2042 | $68.54 | $72.10 | $82.72 | 170.95% |
| 2043 | $78.16 | $78.86 | $76.10 | 149.26% |
| 2044 | $76.86 | $90.29 | $79.48 | 160.33% |
| 2045 | $71.06 | $96.01 | $69.59 | 127.94% |
| 2046 | $68.95 | $103.07 | $81.11 | 165.67% |
| 2047 | $76.83 | $96.38 | $77.22 | 152.93% |
| 2048 | $90.43 | $94.97 | $83.99 | 175.11% |
| 2049 | $90.31 | $91.49 | $87.20 | 185.62% |
| 2050 | $82.69 | $94.40 | $91.12 | 198.46% |
| 2051 | $87.44 | $112.38 | $92.40 | 202.65% |
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2025
At the start of 2025, the LUV stock was at $30.71. Today, it is trading at $30.53, which is -0.59% decrease from price at the beginning of the year. By the end of this year, you can expect the stock to reach to $59.53 by December 2025 with a 94.99% change.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2026 - 2030
In the next five years, there will be a significant appreciation in the LUV stock. During this period, the LUV's price is forecasted to shift from $51.45 to $64.65, which is 25.66% gain.
In 2026, the stock would possibly open at $51.45, escalates to $58.08 by mid-year, and wraps up at $57.44, reflecting a 88.15% increase from today's price. Further moving to 2030, the stock can kick off the year at $65.50, soar to $65.84 by mid-year, and finish at $64.65, which is 111.76% change from current price.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2031 - 2040
During this period, the stock would move from $55.94 to $73.64, which is up 137.60%
In 2031, we can expect LUV to fluctuate between $55.94 and $72.54, a shift indicating a 137.60% gain by year-end compared to current price. And Until 2040, LUV can likely vary from $63.04 to $73.64. By the end of 2040, the stock could record a 141.21% rise from today's stock price.
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2041 - 2050
According to long-term forecast, the LUV stock can see an an upturn from $74.45 to $91.12 in this period. In 2041, the stock can experience a high of $75.83 by mid-year, closing the year at $88.55. This results in a 148.38% increase from today.
Moving towards the end of 2050, LUV is projected to open the year at $82.69. The stock may peak to $94.40 during mid-year and finish the year at $91.12. Compared to the stock's current price, this translates to an overall gain of 198.47% by 2050.
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LUV Competitors
| Ticker | Company | Market Cap | Price | 1m Change | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAL | United Airlines Holdings, Inc. | - | $93.81 | 0.00% ▼ | $54.54 ▲ |
| AAL | American Airlines Group Inc. | - | $15.97 | -5.61% ▼ | $58.17 ▲ |
| DAL | Delta Air Lines, Inc. | - | $68.14 | 1.29% ▲ | $76.18 ▲ |
Last updated Mar 12 at 7:50 PM
LUV : Buy, Sell Or Hold?
Analyst Ratings
Based on 21 analysts, 1 rated as a strong buy, 3 recommended a buy, 10 suggested a hold, 4 advised a sell, and 3 indicated a strong sell.Three months ago, out of 20 analysts, 1 analysts gave a strong buy rating, 2 a buy rating, 14 a hold rating, 2 advised selling, and 1 suggested a strong sell.So, according to analyst ratings, the recommendation for LUV stock is Hold.
Expert Analysis
According to LUV short-term and long-term forecast, Southwest Airlines Co. shares are projected to go up by 198.46%, and reach a value of $91.12 per share by 2050.
As per technical analysis, indicators show a Neutral sentiment, while Fear & Greed Index stands at 71.42857142857143, which signals Greed. Also, LUV has recorded 11/30 green days, which reflects a 52.38095238095239% positivity rate with a price volatility of 0.02%.
Plus, Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 40.171055 suggests that LUV stock is overvalued. So, Based on LUV prediction and analysis, it may be the best time to hold LUV stock right now.
Disclaimer: Stock predictions, forecasts and price targets provided for "LUV” are solely for informational and educational purposes and should not be treated as investment or financial advice. Always conduct your own research or consider consulting with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.