Companion Pass Update - Maximizing Southwest's 100K Offers Before Time Runs Out (9/17!)
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1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - Book Here! Discounted price expires Sunday September 7th at 11:59 pm MST.
Southwest Airlines currently offers elevated bonuses on personal credit cards, making it easier than ever to earn the valuable Companion Pass that allows a designated person to fly with you nearly free.
• 100,000 point offers available on all three Southwest personal cards until September 17
• Southwest Companion Pass lets your designated companion fly with you for only taxes and fees ($5.60 per one-way domestic flight)
• When earned strategically, the pass can be valid for almost 24 months
• Families can save thousands by having two parents each earn a pass
• Two methods to earn: one-card strategy or traditional two-card method
• Timing is critical - all qualifying points must post in the same calendar year
• Southwest points are tied to cash prices, so more points are always better
• Companion Pass doesn't work on Southwest's international partner flights
• Card benefits vary: Priority card ($229 annual fee) allows seat selection at booking
• All cards now include first checked bag free
The elevated 100,000 point offers on Southwest personal cards expire September 17, so act quickly if you want to position yourself for a Companion Pass in early 2026.