Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus
Entry-level Southwest card with anniversary points
4.2
Editor rating · out of 5
Best for: Southwest loyalists who want a cheap path to the Companion Pass
Cheapest Southwest card and still counts toward the Companion Pass — arguably the best travel perk in the U.S.
Pros and cons
Pros
- +3,000 anniversary bonus points every year
- +Earns toward Companion Pass (fly with a friend for just taxes/fees)
- +Two EarlyBird Check-Ins per year
- +Lowest annual fee in the Southwest card lineup
Cons
- −3% foreign transaction fee
- −No free checked bag perk (already included on Southwest)
Key details
Annual fee
$69
Anniversary bonus
3,000 points
Companion Pass eligible
Yes
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