Airline Program
Southwest Rapid Rewards Guide
Southwest Airlines' loyalty program with no blackout dates, no change fees, and revenue-based earning. Companion Pass available at 135,000 qualifying points or 100 flights.
Overview
Program
Southwest Airlines
Alliance
None
Currency
points
Avg Value
1.4¢ per point
How to Earn
Business Select 14 pts/$, Anytime 10 pts/$, Wanna Get Away Plus 6 pts/$, Wanna Get Away 2 pts/$. A-List +25% bonus, A-List Preferred +100% bonus
Budget-conscious domestic travelers who value flexibility, free checked bags, and no change fees.
Elite Status Tiers
A-List
20 qualifying one-way flights or 35,000 Tier Qualifying Points
A-List Preferred
40 qualifying one-way flights or 70,000 Tier Qualifying Points
Redemption Sweet Spots
Economy
1.4–1.4¢
Business
1.4–1.4¢
First
1.4–1.4¢
Revenue-based redemptions mean consistent value; no premium cabins available
Expiration Policy
Points do not expire as long as the account is active and in good standing
Transfer Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I earn points with Southwest Rapid Rewards?
Southwest Rapid Rewards offers Business Select 14 pts/$, Anytime 10 pts/$, Wanna Get Away Plus 6 pts/$, Wanna Get Away 2 pts/$. A-List +25% bonus, A-List Preferred +100% bonus. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Chase Ultimate Rewards (incoming only).
Do Southwest Rapid Rewards points expire?
Points do not expire as long as the account is active and in good standing
What are the Southwest Rapid Rewards elite tiers?
Southwest Rapid Rewards has 2 elite tiers: A-List (20 qualifying one-way flights or 35,000 Tier Qualifying Points), A-List Preferred (40 qualifying one-way flights or 70,000 Tier Qualifying Points).
Is Southwest Rapid Rewards worth it?
Southwest Rapid Rewards is best for budget-conscious domestic travelers who value flexibility, free checked bags, and no change fees. Southwest Airlines' loyalty program with no blackout dates, no change fees, and revenue-based earning. Companion Pass available at 135,000 qualifying points or 100 flights.