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Tag: Southwest Airlines (Rapid Rewards)

Southwest Rapid Rewards Guide: How the 2025 Changes Are Reshaping the Program
Southwest Rapid Rewards Guide: How the 2025 Changes Are Reshaping the Program
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Southwest’s loyalty program has long been a fan favorite thanks to perks like the Companion Pass, no change fees, and two free checked bags. But major changes in 2025 — including lower earning rates, variable award pricing, and adding bag fees — have reshaped the program. Here’s what still works, what’s changing, and how to maximize your Rapid Rewards points going forward.

Ian SnyderMark Jackson
Ian Snyder & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Guide to Southwest’s Icelandair Partnership: How to Book, Earn Points, and Add a Stopover
Guide to Southwest’s Icelandair Partnership: How to Book, Earn Points, and Add a Stopover
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Southwest’s partnership with Icelandair opens the door to new international travel opportunities. You can now book joint itineraries from several Southwest cities to Iceland — and even add a stopover on your way to Europe. Here's what travelers can expect, how to earn Rapid Rewards points on these bookings, and what’s coming next for this expanding partnership.

Mark JacksonCameron Laufer
Mark Jackson & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How I’m Combining My Family's Southwest Flight Credits Before They Begin Expiring Next Month
How I’m Combining My Family's Southwest Flight Credits Before They Begin Expiring Next Month
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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.

Cameron Laufer
Cameron Laufer
Southwest EarlyBird Check-In: What It Is, How Much It Costs, and Who Should Get It
Southwest EarlyBird Check-In: What It Is, How Much It Costs, and Who Should Get It
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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.

Samantha HollandCameron Laufer
Samantha Holland & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Days of 'Transfarency' Are Over: Southwest to Add Bag Fees, Basic Fares, Dynamic Pricing
The Days of 'Transfarency' Are Over: Southwest to Add Bag Fees, Basic Fares, Dynamic Pricing
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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.

Tyler Glatt
Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Credit Cards: Get Bonus Miles, Travel Perks & a Fast-Track to the Companion Pass
Southwest Credit Cards: Get Bonus Miles, Travel Perks & a Fast-Track to the Companion Pass
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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.

Samantha HollandCameron Laufer
Samantha Holland & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Low-Fee Alternative for Small Businesses
Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Low-Fee Alternative for Small Businesses
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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.

Jenna HansenMark Jackson
Jenna Hansen & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It?
Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It?
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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.

Andrew George BradshawJT Genter
Andrew George Bradshaw & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt