Southwest Airlines Check-In/ Boarding pass question?

Question

I just checked in for my flight exactly 24 hours before it departs and I got an A-37 boarding pass. I thought that I would get something better, especially because I checked in EXACTLY 24 hours before my flight departs. Why am I so far back?

Answer 1

It doesn't matter WHEN you check in, it just matters which class of ticket you have. If you purchased a Web-only cheap $59 fare, you'll be at the back of the line, buddy.

Answer 2

You're behind people who bought the business seats.  They get first priority because they paid more.  

Answer 3

The people who buy the "business select" fare are guaranteed first pick in the A section.  It is disappointing to not be the very first person even though you checked in so early, but that's still an early spot, so you will probably still get a good seat.