There’s a New Way to Snag a Free Southwest Companion Pass

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Southwest Airlines' companion pass is one of the best travel deals, and now you can acquire one by establishing a new credit card.

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According to Travel + Leisure, Chase customers who open a Southwest Rapid Rewards credit card this week

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will receive a companion pass valid through Feb. 28, 2024. The promotion is for passengers who sign up before March 13.

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New cardholders get 30,000 non-expiring Rapid Rewards points and a companion pass. The perks begin once clients spend $4,000 on card purchases

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The offer applies to Southwest Plus, Premier, and Priority Rapid Rewards cards. Each card has a separate annual charge.

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Southwest's companion pass lets customers invite one friend to fly for free. The companion must pay taxes and fees, starting at $5.60 one-way.

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In addition to the credit card offer, travelers can obtain a companion pass by traveling 100 one-way flights or collecting 135,000 points in a year.

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Southwest is still recovering from its Christmas week debacle, which canceled thousands of flights and required an apology.

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According to The Associated Press, the Department of Transportation is investigating whether the airline intentionally planned more flights than its system could handle.

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