Many who opt to fly with Southwest do so despite the company's open seating policy but, according to the airline, open seating may soon be a thing of the past.

On Thursday, Southwest Airlines announced it would be introducing assigned seating according to CBS News.

The reason for the change?

Apparently, the airline claims 80 percent of customers and 86 percent of potential customers prefer assigned seating to the airline's previous open seating policy.

Those willing to spend more on their seating will also be given luxury options.

The airline's new "premium" seating gives flyers the chance to snag a seat with additional leg room.

Aviation expert Henry Harteveldt told CBS News that the moves would improve the customer experience.

According to Harteveldt, the move will make flights "more orderly and comfortable" and will "improve the airline's bottom line as well."

Southwest will also start selling tickets for late-night "redeye" flights.

Southwest Airlines customers responded to the move on social media platform X shortly after the Thursday announcement.