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Southwest Priority

$229 / yr · Earns Ultimate Rewards

The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card is a travel card built for frequent Southwest flyers, offering perks like free checked bags, anniversary bonus points, and seat upgrades, with a $229 annual fee.

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Earning rates

CategoryRateNotes
Flights4x
Everything else1x

Benefits

Welcome Bonus

  • Welcome Bonus Points60,000 pts

    Earn 60,000 bonus Rapid Rewards points as a one-time welcome offer. Spend $2,000 on purchases within the first 3 months of account opening to qualify.

Bonus Earnings

  • 4X Points on Southwest Purchases

    You earn 4 Rapid Rewards points per dollar on purchases made directly with Southwest Airlines, including flights, inflight purchases, and Southwest gift cards. Use your card on southwest.com, the Southwest app, or at the airport to qualify.

    Resets: Yearly
  • 2X Points at Gas Stations and Restaurants

    Earn 2X Rapid Rewards points per dollar spent at gas stations and restaurants. Points post automatically when merchants are classified in those categories.

    Resets: Yearly
  • 1X Points on All Other Purchases

    You earn 1 Rapid Rewards point per dollar on any purchase that doesn't qualify for a higher bonus rate. Points have no cap and don't expire, so everyday spending still adds up toward future Southwest flights or rewards.

    Resets: Yearly

Statement Credits

  • Annual Southwest Travel Credit$75 / yrTrackable

    Each cardmember year you can receive up to $75 back on Southwest purchases, such as flight tickets, when you pay with your card. The credit applies automatically but does not cover upgraded boardings or inflight purchases, and it resets on December 31 of each cardmember year.

    Resets: Yearly
  • Anniversary Bonus Points7,500 pts / yrTrackable

    Each year on your card anniversary, 7,500 Rapid Rewards bonus points are automatically added to your account. No action is required, and the points can be put toward Southwest flights or other program rewards.

    Resets: Yearly
  • 25% Back on Inflight Purchases

    Get 25% back as a statement credit on purchases made onboard Southwest flights, including drinks and WiFi. Pay with your card when purchasing inflight to receive the credit automatically.

    Resets: Yearly

Travel Insurance

  • Lost Luggage Reimbursement

    Covers repair or replacement costs for checked or carry-on baggage that is lost, damaged, or stolen on a covered trip. Coverage applies up to $3,000 per covered traveler. Pay for your travel with the card to activate coverage.

    Resets: Yearly
  • Baggage Delay Insurance

    Covers essential purchases like toiletries and clothing when your baggage is delayed. Get reimbursed up to $100 per day for up to 3 days (max $300 total). The delay must be more than 6 hours to qualify.

    Resets: Yearly

Purchase Protection

  • Purchase Protection

    Covers new eligible purchases against damage or theft for 120 days from the date of purchase. Pay with your card to activate coverage. Reimbursement is capped at $500 per item.

    Resets: Yearly
  • Extended Warranty Protection

    Adds 1 extra year to a manufacturer's U.S. warranty on eligible items you buy with the card. Only warranties of 3 years or less qualify, and coverage can extend up to 4 years from the purchase date.

    Resets: Yearly

Fees & Miscellaneous

  • No Foreign Transaction Fees

    No fees are added to purchases made outside the U.S. Use your card abroad or on international websites without paying extra charges on each transaction.

    Resets: Yearly
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