Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card
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The cheapest door into Southwest points and the Companion Pass.
Welcome Bonus
Under review
Current claim suppressed
Spend Requirement
Under review
Annual Fee
Under review
Last recorded terms remain in the history below
Credit Score
670+
(Good)
Historical Offers Chart
Every public offer change we've tracked. Hover for details, timing your application is worth hundreds of dollars.
| Observed | Offer | Requirement | What changed | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01 | 50,000 | $1,000 in 3 mo | Bonus decreased: 85,000 → 50,000 · Spend: $3,000 → $1,000 | Archive record · no attached snapshot |
| 2024-02 | 85,000 | $3,000 in 3 mo | Bonus increased: 75,000 → 85,000Companion Pass season spike | Archive record · no attached snapshot |
| 2022-11 | 75,000 | $3,000 in 3 mo | Bonus increased: 40,000 → 75,000 · Spend: $1,000 → $3,000 | Archive record · no attached snapshot |
| 2021-01 | 40,000 | $1,000 in 3 mo | Earliest record | Archive record · no attached snapshot |
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Last Recorded Earning Rates
These terms are historical context and are not presented as current.
- 2xSouthwest purchases
- 2xLocal transit and commuting, including rideshare
- 2xInternet, cable, phone and select streaming
- 1xAll other purchases
Last Recorded Credits
No statement credits, this card wins on earn rates, not coupons.
Last Recorded Benefits
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- ✦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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