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travel-and-finance1 hour ago•45 min saved

Southwest Overhauls Loyalty Program with New Tiers, Companion Pass Changes, and Icon Lounges

Southwest Airlines is replacing its A-List and A-List Preferred loyalty tiers with Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels effective January 1, 2027. The new Platinum tier requires 140,000 Tier Qualifying Points (TQPs) or 100 flights and grants unlimited Companion Passes. Members can also earn intermediate Milestone Rewards, such as three Companion Pass trips at 95,000 TQPs. Starting in November 2026, points can be redeemed for rental cars, and international partner redemptions launch in spring 2027. Southwest is also opening its first airport lounges, named Icon, in four cities by late 2027, developed in partnership with Chase.

via Frequent Miler|

#companion-pass #loyalty-programs #rapid-rewards

travel1 day ago•5 min saved

Southwest Replaces A-List with Silver, Gold, and Platinum Tiers Starting 2027

Southwest Airlines is overhauling its Rapid Rewards loyalty program effective January 1, 2027. The airline is replacing its two-tier A-List system with three new levels: Silver, Gold, and Platinum. The new Platinum tier grants unlimited Companion Passes and requires 140,000 Tier Qualifying Points (TQPs) or 100 flights. Credit card spending will now earn 1 TQP per dollar, and international partner redemptions will launch in spring 2027.

via The Points Guy|

#companion-pass #credit-cards #elite-status

travel1 day ago•5 min saved

Southwest Overhauls Rapid Rewards with New Tiers, Companion Pass Changes, and International Partnerships

Southwest Airlines is replacing its A-List and A-List Preferred loyalty tiers with Silver, Gold, and Platinum starting January 1, 2027. The new Platinum tier requires 140,000 Tier Qualifying Points (TQPs) or 100 flights and grants unlimited Companion Passes. Credit card spending will earn 1 TQP per dollar, and international partner redemptions launch in spring 2027.

via The Points Guy|

#companion-pass #elite-status #rapid-rewards

business2 days ago•2 min saved

Southwest Replaces A-List Tiers with Silver, Gold, and Platinum Loyalty Levels

Southwest Airlines is overhauling its Rapid Rewards loyalty program effective January 1, 2026, replacing its two-tier A-List system with a three-tier structure comprising Silver, Gold, and Platinum. The changes align the carrier with industry norms by adjusting status requirements, modifying Companion Pass eligibility, and introducing intermediate rewards. Existing A-List members will transition to Silver, while A-List Preferred members move to Gold. The new Platinum tier demands 140,000 Tier Qualifying Points or 100 flights. These updates accompany broader strategic shifts, including the end of open seating and the introduction of paid checked bags, as Southwest seeks to boost revenue and reward high-spending customers.

via CNBC|

#business #companion-pass #frequent-flyer-programs

business1 month ago•0 min saved

Southwest to Launch First Lounges in 2027 via Chase Partnership

Southwest Airlines is partnering with Chase Bank to open its first airport lounges in late 2027 at four locations: Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville. Access will require a new premium credit card launching next year, marking a significant shift for the budget carrier.

via WBAL-TV|

#airport-lounges #baltimore #business

business1 month ago

Southwest to launch first airport lounges in four cities by late 2027

Southwest Airlines will open its first airport lounges in late 2027 in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville. The carrier is partnering with Chase to build the network, with access tied to a new premium credit card launching next year. This marks a significant shift for the budget carrier, which has recently adopted assigned seating and checked-bag fees to boost revenue.

via CNBC|

#airport-lounges #business #chase-bank

travel1 month ago•157 min saved

Southwest Airlines Breaks Tradition with First Lounge Network in Four Major Hubs

Southwest Airlines is constructing its first-ever airport lounges, marking a significant departure from its traditional low-cost carrier model. The initial four locations, situated in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville, are expected to open in late 2027. Access to these premium spaces will be granted through a new co-branded credit card issued by Chase, launching next year. This strategic move follows a period of significant operational changes for the airline, including the end of free checked bags and open seating, as it seeks to attract higher-spending customers and boost ancillary revenue.

via CNN|

#airport-lounges #aviation-industry #chase-bank

travel3 years ago•3 min saved

Southwest Airlines Streamlines Rapid Rewards Program for Enhanced Benefits

Southwest Airlines is revamping its Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program by lowering the thresholds for reaching elite tiers. Starting in 2024, passengers will only need to take 20 one-way flights or earn 35,000 tier qualifying points to qualify for A-List status, down from the current requirement of 25 flights. For A-List Preferred, the requirement will drop from 50 one-way trips to 40. The airline will also accelerate the earning of tier points from everyday spending on Southwest co-branded credit cards. Additionally, A-List Preferred members will receive two free premium drinks on every flight. Southwest's changes aim to align with the shift from business to leisure travel and reward customer spending.

via The Points Guy|

#elite-tiers #frequent-flyer-program #rapid-rewards

travel3 years ago•2 min saved

Act fast to get a free companion pass on Southwest Airlines.

Southwest Airlines is offering its Companion Pass promotion again, allowing Rapid Rewards members to bring a friend for free on an unlimited number of flights between August 15 and September 30. To qualify, members must register for the promotion and purchase a flight before May 24, with the catch being that flights must be booked by Wednesday night. The promotion cannot be applied to flights booked before registration, and the free ticket does not include taxes and fees. Members can also earn a Companion Pass by racking up 135,000 points or flying 100 qualifying Southwest flights within a calendar year.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#airline-promotions #companion-pass #rapid-rewards

travel3 years ago•1 min saved

Act fast to get a free companion pass on Southwest Airlines.

Southwest Airlines is offering its Companion Pass promotion again, allowing Rapid Rewards members to bring a friend for free on an unlimited number of flights between August 15 and September 30. To qualify, members must register for the promotion and purchase a flight before May 24. The promotion cannot be applied to flights booked before registration, and taxes and fees are not included. Members can change their designated flying buddy up to three times during the promotional pass period.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#companion-pass #free-flights #rapid-rewards

travel3 years ago•1 min saved

"Fly with a Friend for Free: Southwest's Limited Time Companion Pass Promotion"

Southwest Airlines is offering its Companion Pass promotion again, allowing Rapid Rewards members to bring a friend for free on an unlimited number of flights between August 15 and September 30. To qualify, members must register for the promotion and purchase a flight before May 24. The promotion cannot be applied to flights booked before registration, and taxes and fees are not included. Members can change their designated flying buddy up to three times during the promotional pass period.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#companion-pass #free-flights #rapid-rewards

travel3 years ago•1 min saved

Score a Free Companion Pass with Southwest Airlines Now

Southwest Airlines is offering a promotional Companion Pass to Rapid Rewards members who purchase a Southwest flight before April 5 for travel before May 24. The pass allows a designated companion to fly for free (excluding taxes and fees) on an unlimited number of flights between August 15 and September 30. This is a great opportunity for travelers to get the most loyalty value from their purchases and experience the perks of Southwest's award-winning loyalty program.

via Thrillist|

#companion-pass #promotion #rapid-rewards