What is the Southwest Companion Pass?
Hey Travel Enthusiasts!
Are you ready to embark on a journey filled with double the fun, twice the joy, and countless amazing memories in the sky? Well, look no further than the magical world of the Southwest Companion Pass! If done right you could have a companion fly with you FREE for almost two full years. Let's dive into the exciting world of earning and enjoying the perks of this fantastic pass.
What's the Southwest Companion Pass?
Imagine this: You buy a ticket, and your travel buddy gets to come along for the ride without spending a dime on the airfare (you will be required to pay taxes but depending on location the max you will spend is $12). That's the Southwest Companion Pass for you! It's the golden ticket to turning your solo flights into incredible duo adventures.
How to Earn the Southwest Companion Pass
Getting your hands on this pass is easier than you might think. Here is how you do it- the travel hacking way!
. Rack Up Those Points: The key ingredient is earning Rapid Rewards points, Southwest's loyalty currency. You can collect these points through flights, credit card spending, and various promotions. The most popular way to earn the points is by opening Southwest credit cards and earning the welcome offers.
. 135,000 Points: In order to earn the pass you have to collect 135,000 points in ONE CALENDAR YEAR. Once you do that you automatically earn the pass, and BONUS- you get to KEEP THE POINTS to spend!
. The Magic Cards: Southwest only lets each person have ONE personal card. So the best way to accumulate enough points is to open one personal card and one business card. If you think you can’t get approved for a business card- think again!
. Timing is EVERYTHING: In order to have your Companion Pass for the better part of two years it is VERY important to strategize when you earn your points. Most people open their first new card at the end of a year. They will then finish MOST but NOT ALL of the minimum spend and put the card away until January 1st. Then after the 1st of the year they bring it out to finish the spend so their points don’t hit the account until the beginning of a calendar year. Then they can proceed with the second card as quickly as they want.
Benefits Galore: Why You'll Love It!
Now that you're armed with the Southwest Companion Pass, let's unwrap the exciting benefits:
. Double the Adventure: Your designated companion can fly with you on every Southwest flight, whether it's a spontaneous weekend getaway or a well-planned vacation.
. No Limits, Only Possibilities: Unlike other programs, there's no limit to how often you can use the Companion Pass. So, buckle up for limitless adventures!
. Flexibility is Key: You have the flexibility to change your designated companion up to three times during the validity period. Life happens, plans change, and Southwest gets it.
. Making Points Work for You: The points you earned to get the pass? They're still yours to use! The Companion Pass doesn't affect how you redeem your hard-earned points.
Final Thoughts: Let the Adventures Begin!
With the Southwest Companion Pass, the sky's not the limit – it's just the beginning! Earning this pass is like getting a golden ticket to a world of double the laughter, double the exploration, and double the memories. So, what are you waiting for? Start earning those points, unlock the skies, and let the adventures with your travel buddy take flight!
Happy travels! ✈️🌍
