Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) shared news that Rapid Rewards Companion Pass Members who earned Companion Pass benefits previously extended through June 30, 2021, will benefit from an additional extension of their Companion Pass benefits through Dec. 31, 2021. The extension will be reflected in Companion Pass Members Southwest Rapid Rewards My Account page within a week.
(The extension will not apply to any Member who earned a promotional Companion Pass or who did not previously receive an extension of Companion Pass benefits through June 30, 2021.) In addition, all Rapid Rewards Members will receive boosts to their Tier-qualifying and Companion Pass tallies for 2021.
2021 Rapid Rewards Tier and Companion Pass Qualifications
Each card offers a slightly different set of benefits, points earning rates and anniversary account bonuses. Annual fees range from $69 per year on the Southwest Plus Credit Card to $199 each year for the benefits-packed Southwest Performance Business Credit Card.
Earn Through Rapid Rewards Partners
Travelers can also earn Southwest Rapid Rewards points from a variety of Rapid Rewards partners. Rapid Rewards partners with six hotel providers, two hotel booking platforms and eight car rental companies.
Earn by Transferring Points from Other Programs
Southwest is a partner of two major transferable point currencies: Chase Ultimate Rewards and Marriott Bonvoy. Either can be viable options when you need to top off your Rapid Rewards account for a redemption.