Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card
The cheapest door into Southwest points and the Companion Pass.
Welcome Bonus
50,000
≈$675 value
Spend Requirement
$1,000
in 3 months
Annual Fee
$69
3% FTF
Credit Score
670+
(Good)
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Earning Rates
- 2xSouthwest purchases
- 2xLocal transit and commuting, including rideshare
- 2xInternet, cable, phone and select streaming
- 1xAll other purchases
Credits
No statement credits, this card wins on earn rates, not coupons.
Benefits
- ✦3,000 anniversary points every year
- ✦2 EarlyBird Check-In credits per year
- ✦25% back on inflight purchases
- ✦10,000 Companion Pass qualifying points boost each year
Why it earns its spot
- +Same sign-up bonuses as the Priority at a $69 fee
- +Anniversary points cover most of the fee
Where it costs you
- −3% foreign transaction fee
- −No travel credit or upgraded boardings
- −Subject to Chase 5/24
The Compound Verdict
Take the Plus when you want the bonus and the Companion Pass math at the lowest carrying cost. If you actually fly Southwest more than a few times a year, the Priority's credit and perks beat the $80 fee difference.
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