Bilt Rewards Adds Southwest Airlines as Its 19th Transfer Partner by Tyler Glatt April 24, 2025 0 The Bilt Rewards family of points transfer partners has officially grown by one. Bilt added its 19th transfer partner: Southwest Airlines. With this new addition, you can now transfer Bilt Points 1:1 to the Rapid Rewards program. Here's everything you need to know.
How I’m Combining My Family’s Southwest Flight Credits Before They Begin Expiring Next Month by Cameron Laufer April 9, 2025 4 Among the changes coming to the Southwest Rapid Rewards program effective May 28th is that flight credits will expire after just six to 12 months, depending on the fare purchased. Until then, you can still combine existing credits into larger, transferrable ones with no expiration date. Here’s how I’m organizing my family’s Southwest flight credits before the clock runs out.
Southwest Launches Variable Award Pricing — And It’s (Mostly) Bad News for Points Value by Cameron Laufer March 27, 2025 4 Southwest just rolled out variable pricing on award flights, ending years of predictable Rapid Rewards value. Here's how it works — and how much more you might pay for the same awards than before.
Southwest EarlyBird Check-In: What It Is, How Much It Costs, and Who Should Get It by Samantha Holland and Cameron Laufer March 17, 2025 0 Flying Southwest Airlines has always been a unique experience thanks to its open seating policy and unconventional boarding process. If you don’t want to stress about checking in exactly 24 hours before departure, EarlyBird Check-In can give you a better boarding position. Here’s everything you need to know, including how it works, when it makes sense to pay for it — and how upcoming operational changes could impact its future.
The Days of ‘Transfarency’ Are Over: Southwest to Add Bag Fees, Basic Fares, Dynamic Pricing by Tyler Glatt June 1, 2025 11 Southwest once spent millions promoting "Transfarency" — boasting no hidden fees and free checked bags. But those days are over. The webpage that once touted these values now returns an "Error 404" — a fitting metaphor as checked bag fees, basic economy, and changes to dynamic award pricing are on the way. Here's a recap of what's changing with Southwest.
Southwest Guts Rapid Rewards Earning Rates on Wanna Get Away Fares Without Notice by Mark Jackson March 5, 2025 1 Southwest Airlines has been a customer-focused airline for the entirety of its existence. Now, with new management in place, we've seen a devaluation of points earning on many of its fares put into place overnight.
Southwest Credit Cards: Get Bonus Miles, Travel Perks & a Fast-Track to the Companion Pass by Samantha Holland and Cameron Laufer February 23, 2025 2 Southwest Airlines offers five co-branded credit cards through Chase. Each credit card has its own unique set of perks and benefits. Which one is right will vary from individual to individual. So, let's take a look and see which could make the most sense for you. A limited time Companion Pass welcome offer may be worth considering.
Little-Known Southwest Credit Card Perk: 20% Off Discount Code for Southwest Reward Flights by JT Genter February 17, 2025 2 Southwest credit cardholders should have received a Southwest promo code for 20% off a Southwest Airlines booking using Rapid Rewards points. The latest round of promo codes are available for bookings through January 11, 2026. Here's what to know about this little-known, unofficial Southwest cardholder benefit — including how to find it in your Rapid Rewards account.
Southwest Car Rental Promotions: Up to 35% Off and 2,400 Bonus Points by Skye Class February 4, 2025 0 Car rentals are yet another way for Southwest Rapid Rewards members to earn extra points. Southwest partners with several car rental companies and has different promotions with a couple of them. Through January 2026, Rapid Rewards members can save up to 35% and earn up to 2,400 points on rentals. Here are the details of these promotions.
How To Select Your Companion and Use Your New Southwest Companion Pass by Toni Southam January 17, 2025 13 Have you earned a Southwest Companion Pass in 2025? Or are you on track to do so? If so, this post is your go-to resource for how to use this awesome benefit once you've earned it. Learn how to select or change your designated companion and how to add them to any trip for as little as $5.60 in taxes.
Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Low-Fee Alternative for Small Businesses by Jenna Hansen and Mark Jackson January 15, 2025 0 The Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card is a good option for occasional Southwest fliers who are looking for a card with a lower annual fee. This card earns a large chunk of points — both from its sign-up bonus and everyday spending — that can be used toward earning a Southwest Companion Pass. The card comes with two Early Bird Check-Ins per year and charges no foreign transaction fees. Here's our full review.
How I Saved 175k Points and $889 With the Southwest Companion Pass — And How You Can Get Your Own by JT Genter January 1, 2025 2 Since earning it in early 2023, my wife and I used the Southwest Companion Pass to save over 175,000 Rapid Rewards points and $888 across 31 Southwest flights. Here's an overview of how we did it, plus how you can earn your own Southwest Companion Pass to get buy-one-get-one-free travel on Southwest through December 31, 2026!
Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Card Review: Top-Notch Perks by Dan Miller and Mark Jackson December 31, 2024 68 The Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card is a long-term keeper for many business owners. Our detailed review looks at each to help you make an informed decision about whether you should apply for this card.
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card Review: The Perks Pay You To Keep the Card by Dan Miller and Ian Snyder December 24, 2024 45 Southwest Airlines offers three personal credit cards with varying benefits and annual fees. Sitting at the top of the bunch is the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card. While its $229 annual fee might sound intimidating, we'll show how the Southwest Priority Card's benefits more than make up for its cost.
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card Review: Great for Southwest Loyalists by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson February 6, 2025 1 The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offers a modest suite of perks yet delivers enough value to warrant a permanent spot in your wallet year-round. For devoted Southwest enthusiasts, this card potentially holds even greater value. Here's our comprehensive review.
Southwest Details Changes Coming to A-List Status: How Assigned Seats Will Work by Tyler Glatt December 17, 2024 1 Stop us if you've heard something similar already this year, but Southwest is planning on making significant changes to its operational model. From assigned seating to premium seating, a not-so-entirely-brand-new international partner airline, and more, there's a lot to unpack. Here's a full rundown, including new details shared this week.
Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It? by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter July 24, 2025 0 Southwest Airlines is offering Rapid Rewards members the chance to buy their way to the top! Until December 30, 2024, Southwest is allowing members to buy enough Tier Qualifying Points to earn A-List elite status. But, this elite status isn't cheap. So is it even worth it, especially with coming changes to Southwest's seating policies? Let's take a look.
Earn Up to 25X Rapid Rewards Points by Donating To Select Charities Through December 31 by Skye Class January 1, 2025 0 Want to earn some extra Southwest points while helping make a difference? Through the end of the year, Southwest Rapid Rewards members can earn up to 25X points on donations of $25 or more to eligible charities. Here's a look at the two promotions on offer and how to score bonus points.
Will the Recent Changes to Southwest’s Cash + Points Feature Make It Worth Using? by Tyler Glatt January 4, 2025 2 Earlier last year, Southwest introduced "Cash + Points" — a booking option that allows travelers to pay with two currencies. But with changes rolling out for 2025, it's worth revisiting Southwest's Cash + Points option.
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card: Earn Southwest Points for a Low Annual Fee by Dan Miller and Mark Jackson November 13, 2025 36 The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card is one of three personal Southwest credit cards, and it's the one with the lowest annual fee. Here's what you should know about it, so you can decide if the Southwest Plus Card is the right Southwest card for you.
Do Southwest Points Expire? Everything You Need To Know About Rapid Rewards Points Expiration by Sam Helmy November 17, 2024 56 Southwest Rapid Rewards has one of the most generous points expiration policies around. With some planning, you can focus your attention on earning and redeeming your points and not worry too much about your points expiring.
All About the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Dining Program by Samantha Holland June 21, 2025 0 Earn extra Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards through the Southwest Dining program. Enrollment is easy and free: Simply link your card, find participating restaurants, and start earning points. With milestone and limited-time bonuses, you'll earn even more points towards your next flight.
Southwest Adds the Option to Change Companion Pass Designee Online by JT Genter September 16, 2024 1 The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the best perks in points and miles, unlocking buy-one-get-one-free travel with a designated companion. While you've always been able to select your initial companion online, changing your companion has required calling Southwest.... at least until today. Southwest just added the ability to change your Southwest Companion Pass online! Here's how.
The Ultimate Guide To Earning a Southwest Companion Pass by Senitra Horbrook and Joe Petrovic July 25, 2025 65 The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to fly with one other person for free (plus taxes and fees). To help you plan your earning strategy, we’ve summarized all of the ways you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass this year.
Five New Southwest Promotions Will Help You Earn A-List Elite Status Faster by Tyler Glatt December 1, 2024 0 If you're in the process of qualifying for Southwest A-List or A-List Preferred status, five new promotions will help you get there a little faster. Here's an overview of the new ways to earn extra tier qualifying points and how to register to take part in the offer.
Chase Extends ‘Pay Yourself Back’ on Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Cards by Max Prosperi October 15, 2024 0 Chase has extended the Pay Yourself Back benefit on all Southwest Rapid Rewards co-branded cards. With Pay Yourself Back, eligible cardholders can "pay themselves back" using Rapid Rewards points earned when using their card. Here are the new categories, how to Pay Yourself Back, and whether it's a good deal.
Score Up to 85,000 Bonus Points Through Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Card Offers by Jess Farley October 28, 2025 12 Southwest Airlines is regularly praised for its top-value airfares, flexible travel rules, and the many destinations it serves. Simply, there's a lot to LUV about Southwest. And if you fly the airline with any frequency, it's worth considering the benefits of adding a Southwest co-branded card to your wallet. Not to mention, you can earn a stack of Rapid Rewards points when you apply for one and meet the minimum spending requirements. Let's examine the benefits of the Southwest cards to see if one is right for you.
When Should You Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest? by Kennedy Miller and Tyler Glatt November 27, 2025 9 Southwest Airlines' Rapid Rewards program is a transfer partner of Chase Ultimate Rewards. You can transfer Chase points to Rapid Rewards at a 1:1 ratio if you have an Ultimate Rewards-earning credit card. Not all redemption opportunities are created equal, though; check out our analysis of when it does and doesn't make sense to transfer points to Southwest.
20X Southwest Rapid Rewards Points for Carbon Offset Donations to Mark Earth Day by Skye Class April 22, 2024 4 In celebration of Earth Day 2024, Southwest is offering Rapid Rewards members the ability to earn 20 Rapid Rewards points for every dollar donated through the Southwest Carbon Offset program now through May 19, 2024. Here are the details about the Southwest Carbon Offset program, and how you can maximize your points through this promotion.
How Much Are Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Points Worth? by Tyler Glatt April 5, 2024 0 Whether you've got a stash of Rapid Rewards in your Southwest Airlines account or you're eyeballing a five-digit welcome offer on a co-branded credit card, you might wonder what those points are worth. Here's a look at the value of Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points.
