Southwest’s Companion Pass is a coveted asset in the world of points and miles, allowing you to bring a friend for nearly free on unlimited flights. Typically, earning one of these passes requires a significant amount of flying with Southwest or credit card spending. However, the airline occasionally runs promotions that enable you to earn a Companion Pass much faster.
In a current promotion running until Thursday, you can earn a two-month promotional Companion Pass by booking a single round-trip flight. To qualify, you must register and purchase one round-trip or two one-way flights by September 5, with travel completed by November 20. The promotional Companion Pass will be valid from January 6 to March 6, 2025.
Earning a regular Companion Pass usually requires earning 135,000 qualifying points or flying 100 qualifying flights within a calendar year. However, promotions like this one allow for shorter time periods and easier tasks to be completed. The key difference in this promotion is that flights booked solely with Rapid Rewards points are also eligible, in addition to flights paid partially with cash.
Southwest’s Companion Pass is highly valuable, as it allows you to bring an additional guest for free (aside from taxes and fees), effectively cutting flight costs in half. Whether you pay with cash, points, or a combination of the two, your companion only needs to cover the taxes and fees (starting at $5.60 one-way).
While you must designate a companion in your Rapid Rewards account to use the Companion Pass, Southwest allows for up to three changes per year. This flexibility applies to promotional passes as well, enabling you to switch designated companions as needed.
If you are planning fall travel, consider booking with Southwest to potentially earn a valuable Companion Pass for use in January and February. Whether for a ski trip or a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway, the opportunities are plentiful with this promotional offer. Don’t miss out on this chance to make your future flights even more exciting and cost-effective with Southwest’s Companion Pass.
