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Southwest Airlines is a US carrier based in Dallas that does not belong to an airline alliance. Its loyalty program, Rapid Rewards, ties award prices to cash fares and offers the Companion Pass, which lets a named companion fly with the member for taxes only. The site tracks Rapid Rewards rules, Companion Pass promotions, fare and seating policy changes and route news.
Anyone booking Southwest awards with Rapid Rewards points can get up to 25% off through November 9 for travel through March 10, 2027.
The Priority card still pays 90,000 points after $3,000 spend in 3 months and the Plus card pays 80,000 after $1,000, both short of the Companion Pass threshold.
The Southwest personal card signup bonuses still count toward Companion Pass through 2027 if the card is approved by December 2, 2026.
A-List Preferred members who already hold Companion Pass gain little by pushing to Southwest Platinum at 140,000 points on January 1, 2027.
Access to Southwest's 11 Icon Lounges, starting late 2027 in Austin, Baltimore, Nashville and Honolulu, is expected mainly through a new Chase premium card.
Southwest Rapid Rewards members can earn unlimited Companion Pass trips at Platinum status with 140,000 points starting January 1, 2027.
Southwest automatically takes up to 40% off select base fares on bookings made October 19 through 22, 2026 for travel November 9, 2026 through March 3, 2027.
New Southwest cash tickets and Rapid Rewards awards are up to 40 percent off the base fare for travel from November 9, 2026 through March 3, 2027.
SkyMiles members can expect free internet on almost every Delta flight, including transpacific routes, now that more than 95% of the fleet is outfitted.
Southwest will replace A List and A List Preferred with Silver, Gold and a new Platinum tier that includes unlimited Companion Pass on January 1, 2027.
Southwest cobrand cards approved by December 2, 2026 will still count their welcome bonuses toward Companion Pass even if the minimum spend lands in early 2027.
Etihad Guest and Rapid Rewards members will earn and redeem on each other's eligible flights from Spring 2027.
Southwest elite status will shift to Silver, Gold and Platinum on January 1, 2027, with Platinum including unlimited Companion Pass at 140,000 TQPs.
Southwest said 135,000 points posted by December 31, 2026 would still produce a Companion Pass valid through December 2027.
From January 1, 2027, Southwest Companion Pass will be a Platinum benefit requiring 140,000 TQPs, and credit card welcome bonuses will no longer count.
American Airlines is offering targeted Executive Platinum status through March 31, 2028 after earning just 50,000 Loyalty Points in four months. And travelers approved for an Executive Platinum match receive four passes to their business class Flagship Lounges, too
Rapid Rewards members who screenshot unread notifications and take a Burnout Quiz can add 1,000 to 10,500 points without flying.
The seasonal service will operate 3 to 4 times a week through Oct. 24, 2027, with a free Iceland stopover of up to 7 days for Midwest travelers.
Southwest is cutting select base fares by up to 40% through October 8, for travel from October 26, 2026 through March 3, 2027.
Southwest Rapid Rewards members with a targeted offer can buy points at as little as 1.5 cents each through October 29, 2026.
Rapid Rewards Shopping members earn a bonus of 2,000 points for spending $200 or more through the portal from September 30 through October 12, 2026.
Eligible cash and award searches booked October 5–8 automatically drop by up to 40% for Southwest travel from October 26, 2026, through March 3, 2027.
Rapid Rewards members can earn 1 point per unread notification screenshot plus 500 for a quiz, until daily pools run out or October 12.
American Airlines is telling employees to stop involuntarily bumping passengers and even giving them permission to confirm volunteers on the very next flight even when it’s already full to make volunteering less of a hassle
Southwest will fly new summer-only routes to Costa Rica, the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos from Austin and Nashville, limited to June 3 through August 2, 2027.
Rapid Rewards members who register can earn double points on Southwest flights booked September 18 through 21, 2026, for travel through December 16.
Anyone booking select Southwest flights gets an automatic discount for travel from October 5, 2026 through March 3, 2027, and no promo code is required.
Rapid Rewards members still pay 1.8 cents a point at 40% off through October 2, above the 1.2-cent value of Wanna Get Away awards.
Access to Southwest's lounges in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu and Nashville is confirmed only for a new premium Rapid Rewards card Chase will issue in 2027.
Work has begun on Southwest's first lounges in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu and Nashville, with access limited to a new 2027 premium Rapid Rewards card.
Southwest will open its first airport lounges late next year, with access through a forthcoming Chase card rather than Rapid Rewards elite status.
Southwest confirmed an interline partnership with LOT Polish Airlines that names only the two carriers and leaves points travellers with nothing new to book.
A Phoenix to Las Vegas Basic award is 3,000 Rapid Rewards points against 136 dollars in Southwest's sale through Aug. 31.
Southwest passengers at Reagan National would get a new Terminal 1 concourse with 9 gates that could open as soon as 2031 at an estimated cost of $835 million.
Musician Cody Blackbird was removed from a Southwest Dallas-Tulsa flight after a disability stowage dispute, then a supervisor said ADA rules should have applied.
Southwest offers a promotional Companion Pass for travelers who register and book a roundtrip or two one-ways between August 3 and August 6, 2026, with travel by November 18. The pass is valid for travel between January 5 and March 3, 2027
Southwest offers a promotional Companion Pass valid Jan 5–Mar 3, 2027. Register and book one qualifying round-trip or two one-ways by Aug 6, 2026, with flights completed by Nov 18
The FAA has issued an amended type certificate for the Boeing 737 MAX 7, the smallest variant of the MAX family. This certification clears the way for Boeing to begin deliveries to its primary customer, Southwest Airlines, which has 269 of the aircraft on order
Effective August 1, 2026, Southwest Airlines will board Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft 35 minutes before departure (up from 30) to accommodate longer boarding times due to new checked bag fees
Southwest Airlines is adding 19 new routes for the Spring 2027 season, according to Airline Geeks
Southwest CEO Bob Jordan confirmed that the airline is actively working on airport lounges, likely to be a perk for future co-branded credit cards, though no launch date or locations are set
Southwest Airlines will launch a 'reverse red-eye' flight on its Las Vegas to Honolulu route starting in March, departing LAS at 2:45 a.m. PDT and arriving HNL at 6:10 a.m
United Airlines is terminating senior flight attendants who are selling their lucrative trips to junior colleagues for cash, a practice known as trip trading. The union AFA-CWA reports a significant increase in these terminations and is pushing back on the cases
Southwest Airlines is launching a new 2:45 AM reverse redeye flight from Las Vegas (LAS) to Honolulu (HNL) in spring 2027, arriving at 6:10 AM with a 6hr 25min block time
Southwest Airlines announced 15 new routes launching in March 2027, adding service to Hawaii, the Caribbean, and expanding presence in Austin, Orlando, Nashville, and Las Vegas
Brazilian carrier Gol has launched its first flights to New York JFK from Rio de Janeiro and announced upcoming long-haul routes to Lisbon and Orlando with specific start dates in 2026
Frontier Airlines announced plans to introduce SpaceX’s Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in early 2027. The airline has not confirmed if the service will be free or paid, though it aims to be the first US carrier to manage the system directly
Southwest Airlines has detailed how A-List status members will receive priority boarding under its new assigned-seating system, with changes effective December 14, 2025
A San Diego air traffic controller exchanged heated remarks with United and Southwest pilots regarding taxi delays and gate availability, with one pilot suggesting the controller 'need to be replaced.'
Southwest has opened applications for its new Rapid Rewards Debit Card, issued by Sunrise Banks. It earns points on purchases, offers a 2,500-point welcome bonus, and counts toward Companion Pass
Denver International Airport (DEN) plans to repurpose unused underground baggage tunnels into pedestrian walkways to serve as an alternative to its train system, which has experienced recent mechanical issues
Viasat reports sluggish Wi-Fi due to satellite capacity issues affecting American, Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue. A new satellite launching by end of summer/August is expected to double capacity and restore service
Avelo Airlines will launch five nonstop routes from McKinney National Airport (DTX) in November, including service to four Florida cities and Las Vegas
Wyndham Rewards announced changes to its award chart, moving to a four-tier structure where top-tier hotels will now cost 50% more points. This impacts redemption value for Wyndham Diamond members and award redeemers
Delta Air Lines will end daily service from Austin to Memphis (Nov 1) and New Orleans (Nov 16), while adding new daily service to San Jose (Oct 6)
Southwest Airlines has begun rolling out free Starlink Wi-Fi for Rapid Rewards members, starting with the first aircraft in service. The airline targets having the service on over 300 planes by the end of 2026
Alaska Airlines will not resume five seasonal Mexico routes this winter, exiting service from Las Vegas and San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, and Cancun to add Hawaii flights
Chase Sapphire Reserve has added a $300 annual statement credit for concert and event tickets purchased through StubHub or Viagogo as part of a recent benefit revamp
Alaska Airlines is expanding its Stumptown Coffee partnership by introducing Stumptown Copilot Cold Brew on select domestic routes and flights to Reykjavik. It is complimentary for First Class and Premium Class passengers and available for purchase in Economy
This week's digest covers major Chase Sapphire Preferred changes, the October opening of St. Regis London, Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 opening, and various airline route and status updates including Delta, United, and American Airlines
Southwest Airlines offers double Rapid Rewards points on revenue fares for travel June 12–Nov 18, 2026. Members must register and book by June 15, 2026
Spirit Airlines plans to auction 22 LaGuardia slots on July 9 for at least $87 million, but the Port Authority objects to the sale's regulatory framework. A bankruptcy court hearing is set for June 10
Southwest Airlines and Singapore Airlines have announced an interline partnership, allowing SIA to sell single-ticket connections to its US domestic network at LAX, SEA, and SFO. The deal, announced June 8, 2026, applies baggage and protection rules but does not include…
Southwest Airlines will begin offering high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on its aircraft by the end of June, starting with a Boeing 737-800. The carrier aims to equip up to 300 planes by year-end as it upgrades its inflight connectivity
Southwest Airlines' three personal Rapid Rewards credit cards are offering limited-time welcome bonuses through July 1, 2026. The Plus card offers 80,000 points, Premier offers 85,000, and Priority offers 90,000 points after meeting respective spend requirements
Spirit Airlines is auctioning its 22 slots at New York LaGuardia Airport on July 9 following its bankruptcy shutdown. The winner could add roughly 12 daily flights, with American, Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest seen as top bidders
American Airlines announced it will install free Starlink Wi-Fi on over 500 Airbus A320-family aircraft, with installation beginning in early 2027. The service will be complimentary for all passengers, marking a significant upgrade from its current Viasat and Panasonic systems
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop service from Salt Lake City to Sonoma County Airport (STS) on October 6, 2026, operating daily with an Embraer 175 regional jet
Southwest Airlines is offering a free status match for elite members of major US carriers, with fast-track requirements to extend status for 12 months. Registration is open through December 30, 2026
The Points Guy outlines credit cards that accelerate elite status, including Citi's AAdvantage Executive card's Loyalty Point structure, Delta Reserve's MQD boost, and cards offering automatic status like the Hilton Aspire and IHG Premier
United Airlines is launching nonstop service from Cleveland (CLE) to Las Vegas (LAS) on Sept. 24 and to Miami (MIA) on Dec. 3, marking its largest CLE schedule in a decade
American Airlines has relaunched its AAdvantage status match offer for Spirit Free Spirit elite members, granting temporary Gold status with a path to higher tiers via Loyalty Points
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 30% bonus when transferring points to Southwest Rapid Rewards. The promotion runs from May 15 through June 5, 2026, with unlimited transfers allowed
Major US carriers including American, Delta, United, and JetBlue have added new flights and increased frequencies on routes formerly served by Spirit Airlines since its May 2 shutdown
Alaska Airlines launches three seasonal Sonoma routes to Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Boise on Nov 1, and returns to Long Beach on Sept 8
Southwest Airlines is launching four new routes from Las Vegas (LAS) to Boston, Knoxville, Miami, and Philadelphia in March 2027, while increasing service on dozens of other LAS and Orlando routes
JD Power's 2026 annual rankings show JetBlue leading in first/business class, Delta in premium economy, and Southwest in economy class for customer satisfaction
Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders who selected Spirit Airlines for their airline fee credit or 35% bonus must update their selection to an eligible carrier like AA, UA, or DL
JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to replace service lost by Spirit Airlines' collapse, including new markets like Baltimore, Charlotte, and Barranquilla
Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have…
Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations and canceled all flights following a failed government deal. The DOT has coordinated with major airlines to offer rescue fares and support for ticketholders and employees
JetBlue founder David Neeleman predicts the airline could file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing high debt and fuel costs, while noting United's hesitation to acquire it due to that debt load
Southwest Airlines is rumored to be banning carry-on bags on its cheapest fare class, a significant shift in its traditionally baggage-friendly policy
World of Hyatt is offering a 20% discount on point purchases, bringing the cost to 2.08¢ per point. The promotion ends on April 7
Delta has signed on as a customer for Amazon's Leo in-flight Wi-Fi, with installation starting in 2028 on 500 aircraft. This places Delta behind United, which expects Starlink on its entire fleet by end of 2027
JetBlue has hired advisers to assess selling itself to rival airlines, specifically scenario-planning deals with United, Alaska, or Southwest. The move follows JetBlue's struggle with profitability and comes amid a more consolidation-friendly regulatory environment
Southwest Airlines will discontinue its flights to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) as of June 4, 2026, refocusing its Chicago presence on Midway Airport (MDW)
Southwest Airlines has updated its employee travel policy, limiting cabin jumpseat usage to pilots and flight attendants. Non-crew employees like gate agents can no longer use jumpseats when flights are full
Jet fuel prices have doubled to around $4 per gallon due to geopolitical tensions, prompting airlines like United, Delta, and American to warn of immediate fare increases and profit pressure
