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Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card

Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card Review

Chase · Frequent Southwest flyers pursuing the Companion Pass

4.3 / 5 (1456 reviews)
Annual Fee
$149
Rewards
3x Southwest, 2x hotel/car rental partners, 1x everything else
Regular APR
21.49% – 28.49%
Credit Needed
Good (670-749)

Our Expert Verdict

8/10
Editor's Score

The best Southwest card for frequent flyers. The $75 travel credit plus 7,500 anniversary points (worth ~$100) effectively make this a money-maker on a $149 fee. Key card for earning the Companion Pass — fly a companion free for up to 2 years.

Pros

  • $75 travel credit + 7,500 points cover the fee
  • Companion Pass eligible
  • Upgraded boardings
  • No bag fees on Southwest

Cons

  • $149 annual fee
  • 3% foreign transaction fee
  • Southwest only — no alliance partners
Sign-Up Bonus

50,000 Rapid Rewards points after spending $1,000 in 3 months

Key Benefits & Perks

$75 annual Southwest travel credit
7,500 anniversary points annually
4 upgraded boardings per year
2 free checked bags (everyone gets this on Southwest)
25% back on inflight purchases

Rewards Breakdown

CategoryRate
Southwest Airlines3x
Rapid Rewards Hotel Partners2x
Rapid Rewards Car Rental Partners2x
Everything else1x

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