Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Review
Chase · Budget Southwest Airlines frequent flyers
4.3 / 5 (1876 reviews)
Annual Fee
$69
Rewards
2x Southwest & Rapid Rewards partners, 2x local transit, 1x everything else
Regular APR
21.49% – 28.49%
Credit Needed
Good (670-749)
Our Expert Verdict
7/10
Editor's Score
Southwest's entry-level airline card is ideal for budget-conscious travelers. Every dollar spent contributes to the coveted Southwest Companion Pass — once earned, you can bring a companion on every flight for just taxes. Southwest's bag-flies-free policy already makes flying cheaper, and this card amplifies those savings.
Pros
- Bags fly free on Southwest
- Lowest-fee Southwest card at $69
- Companion Pass contribution
- 50K point sign-up bonus
- No change fees
Cons
- Only 1x on non-Southwest spending
- Points only work on Southwest/WestJet
- No lounge access
Sign-Up Bonus
50,000 points after spending $1,000 in 3 months
Key Benefits & Perks
No foreign transaction fees
3,000 anniversary bonus points each year
Bags fly free on Southwest
2 EarlyBird check-ins per year
Companion Pass progress
No change/cancellation fees
Rewards Breakdown
| Category | Rate |
|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 2x |
| Rapid Rewards partners | 2x |
| Local transit & commuting | 2x |
| Everything else | 1x |
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