{"id":126624,"date":"2026-07-20T12:10:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T12:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=126624"},"modified":"2026-07-20T12:10:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T12:10:01","slug":"car-rental-promotion-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/southwest-rapid-rewards\/car-rental-promotion\/","title":{"rendered":"Southwest Car Rental Promotions: Save Up to 35% and Earn Up to 3,000 Bonus Points"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Southwest Rapid Rewards points are easiest to earn by flying Southwest, spending on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/southwest-rapid-rewards\/southwest-credit-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest credit cards<\/a>, and taking advantage of the airline\u2019s many travel partners. Car rentals are one of those partner opportunities, letting Rapid Rewards members earn points even when they aren\u2019t booking a flight.<\/p>\n<p>That can be especially useful when rental car partners offer bonus points or extra discounts. Southwest partners with eight rental car companies, and several currently have enhanced offers that can help members earn more points while potentially saving on the rental itself.<\/p>\n<p>Through <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>, Rapid Rewards members can earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 35% on qualifying rentals with Avis, Budget, and Payless. Here are the details.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Southwest_Airlines_Car_Rental_Promotions\">Southwest Airlines Car Rental Promotions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Southwest partners with Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty. Although members can generally earn Rapid Rewards points when renting with these partners, the following promotions provide enhanced earnings and discounts on qualifying rentals.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Earn_up_to_3000_points_and_save_up_to_30_on_Budget_rentals\">Earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 30% on Budget rentals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Through <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>, Rapid Rewards members can earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 30% on qualifying Budget rentals.<\/p>\n<p>The promotion is valid on all car groups at participating Budget airport locations in the United States and Canada. Members earn points based on the length of the rental:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rent for one or two days and earn 600 points.<\/li>\n<li>Rent for three to six days and earn 1,800 points.<\/li>\n<li>Rent for seven days or longer and earn 3,000 points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Book through the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southwest.com\/special-offers\/car-offers\/budget-car-rental-deals\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest Budget promotion page<\/a> to have the necessary codes entered automatically. Otherwise, use coupon number <strong>MUAY173<\/strong> and Budget Customer Discount number <strong>U07279<\/strong>. You\u2019ll also need to provide your Rapid Rewards number when booking or checking in.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_270492\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-270492 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Budget-promotion-terms-750x480.png\" alt=\"Southwest promotion terms for Budget car rentals\" width=\"750\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Budget-promotion-terms-750x480.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Budget-promotion-terms-900x576.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Budget-promotion-terms-768x491.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Budget-promotion-terms.png 1362w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of Southwest<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Key terms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Book in advance and begin your qualifying rental by <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Valid at participating Budget airport locations in the U.S. and Canada.<\/li>\n<li>The discount of up to 30% applies to eligible leisure weekly and weekend base rates and only covers the rental\u2019s time and mileage charges.<\/li>\n<li>Use coupon number <strong>MUAY173<\/strong> and BCD number <strong>U07279<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Any points earned above the standard 600 points are considered bonus points and do not count toward A-List, A-List Preferred, or Companion Pass qualification.<\/li>\n<li>A frequent flyer surcharge of up to $1 per day may apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Earn_up_to_3000_points_and_save_up_to_35_on_Avis_rentals\">Earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 35% on Avis rentals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rapid Rewards members can also earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 35% on qualifying Avis rentals beginning by <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This promotion is available on all car groups at participating Avis airport locations in the United States and Canada. The earning structure is the same as the Budget promotion:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rent for one or two days and earn 600 points.<\/li>\n<li>Rent for three to six days and earn 1,800 points.<\/li>\n<li>Rent for seven days or longer and earn 3,000 points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Book through the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southwest.com\/special-offers\/car-offers\/avis-car-rental-deals\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest Avis promotion page<\/a> to have the codes applied automatically. Otherwise, enter coupon number <strong>MUAB189<\/strong> to earn the promotional points and Avis Worldwide Discount number <strong>K024798<\/strong> to receive the discount.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_270491\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/477\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-270491 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Avis-promotion-terms-750x477.png\" alt=\"Southwest promotion terms for Avis car rentals\" width=\"750\" height=\"477\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Avis-promotion-terms-750x477.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Avis-promotion-terms-900x572.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Avis-promotion-terms-768x488.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Avis-promotion-terms.png 1356w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of Southwest<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Key terms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Book in advance and begin your qualifying rental by <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Valid at participating Avis airport locations in the U.S. and Canada.<\/li>\n<li>Use coupon number <strong>MUAB189<\/strong> and AWD number <strong>K024798<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Any points earned above the standard 600 points are considered bonus points and do not count toward A-List, A-List Preferred, or Companion Pass qualification.<\/li>\n<li>A frequent flyer surcharge of up to $1 per day may apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Earn_up_to_1800_points_and_save_10_on_Payless_rentals\">Earn up to 1,800 points and save 10% on Payless rentals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Through <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>, Rapid Rewards members can save 10% on qualifying Payless rentals and earn up to 1,800 points.<\/p>\n<p>The offer is valid on all car groups at participating Payless airport locations in the United States and Canada. Members earn:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>600 points on rentals lasting one to three days.<\/li>\n<li>1,800 points on rentals lasting four to seven days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Book through the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southwest.com\/special-offers\/car-offers\/payless-car-rental-deals\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest Payless promotion page<\/a>. Use coupon number <strong>MUAP012<\/strong> to earn the promotional points and Payless Discount number <strong>A060913<\/strong> to receive the discount.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_270493\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/349\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-270493 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Payless-promotion-terms-750x349.png\" alt=\"Southwest promotion terms for Payless car rentals\" width=\"750\" height=\"349\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Payless-promotion-terms-750x349.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Payless-promotion-terms-900x419.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Payless-promotion-terms-768x357.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southwest-Payless-promotion-terms.png 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of Southwest<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Key terms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Book in advance and begin your qualifying rental by <strong>January 31, 2027<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Valid at participating Payless airport locations in the U.S. and Canada.<\/li>\n<li>Use coupon number <strong>MUAP012<\/strong> and PDN number <strong>A060913<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The 10% discount applies to eligible leisure weekly and weekend base rates and only covers the rental\u2019s time and mileage charges.<\/li>\n<li>Any points earned above the standard 600 points are considered bonus points and do not count toward A-List, A-List Preferred, or Companion Pass qualification.<\/li>\n<li>A frequent flyer surcharge of up to $1 per day may apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"General_Terms_for_Southwest_Car_Rental_Promotions\">General Terms for Southwest Car Rental Promotions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Avis, Budget, and Payless promotions share several important terms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You must book through the applicable Southwest promotion page and provide your Rapid Rewards account number.<\/li>\n<li>An advance reservation is required.<\/li>\n<li>The promotions cannot be combined with another promotion or offer.<\/li>\n<li>Discounts apply to eligible base rates and do not include taxes, fees, fuel charges, optional products, or other surcharges.<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle availability, blackout periods, and rental return restrictions may apply.<\/li>\n<li>Renters must meet the applicable age, driver, and credit requirements. An additional daily surcharge may apply to renters under 25.<\/li>\n<li>Allow up to eight weeks for the points to appear in your Rapid Rewards account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"Our_Take\">Our Take<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These promotions could provide solid value if you\u2019re already planning to rent from Avis, Budget, or Payless. Longer Avis and Budget rentals are the most rewarding, offering up to 3,000 total Rapid Rewards points, while the available discounts can reduce the base rental rate by as much as 35%.<\/p>\n<p>Still, it\u2019s worth comparing the promotional rate with other available rental options. The discount doesn\u2019t apply to taxes and fees, and a frequent flyer surcharge may offset some of the value on shorter rentals. Should one of these offers provide the best overall price, book through the applicable Southwest page and double-check that the correct codes and your Rapid Rewards number are attached.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ftoc\"><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Southwest_Airlines_Car_Rental_Promotions\">Southwest Airlines Car Rental Promotions<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Earn_up_to_3000_points_and_save_up_to_30_on_Budget_rentals\">Earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 30% on Budget rentals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Earn_up_to_3000_points_and_save_up_to_35_on_Avis_rentals\">Earn up to 3,000 points and save up to 35% on Avis rentals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Earn_up_to_1800_points_and_save_10_on_Payless_rentals\">Earn up to 1,800 points and save 10% on Payless rentals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#General_Terms_for_Southwest_Car_Rental_Promotions\">General Terms for Southwest Car Rental Promotions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Our_Take\">Our Take<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Southwest Rapid Rewards members can earn bonus points and save on qualifying Avis, Budget, and Payless car rentals. The refreshed offers are valid through January 31, 2027, with the best deals providing up to 35% off base rates and up to 3,000 points. However, the bonus depends on your rental length, and you\u2019ll need the correct discount and coupon codes. 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