Your companion is now free to move about the country | Ep230 | 11-25-23

Earn the Southwest companion pass for maximum value

The Southwest companion pass is a valuable benefit that allows you to add a companion to any Southwest flight for free. To earn the companion pass, you need to accumulate 135,000 companion pass qualifying points within a single calendar year. The best time to earn it is at the beginning of the year to maximize its usefulness. The easiest way to earn the companion pass is through credit card welcome bonuses. Southwest offers several credit cards, and the welcome bonuses on these cards can help you earn a significant number of qualifying points. By timing your credit card applications and spend correctly, you can earn the companion pass early in the year and enjoy its benefits for almost two full years. Just keep in mind that prices for Southwest flights booked through the Chase travel portal are usually the same as booking directly with Southwest. However, there are limitations and restrictions when it comes to changing or canceling flights booked through the portal. Therefore, it is important to carefully consider your options and weigh the pros and cons before deciding whether to book Southwest travel via the Chase travel portal.