Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card

Chase · Visa

4/5 RatingGood to Excellent (670+)

Key Details

Annual Fee
$69
Regular APR
21.49%–28.49%
Intro APR
None
Foreign Transaction Fee
3%
Balance Transfer Fee
5%, min $5
Rewards Rate
1x–2x points

Sign-Up Bonus

50,000 points after spending $1,000 in first 3 months

Rewards Structure

  • Southwest purchases2x
  • Rapid Rewards hotel & car rental partners2x
  • Local transit & commuting2x
  • Internet, cable, phone, streaming2x
  • All Other Purchases1x

Pros

  • Points toward Companion Pass
  • 2 free checked bags on Southwest
  • No change or cancellation fees
  • 3,000 anniversary bonus points

Cons

  • $69 annual fee
  • Only 1x on many purchases
  • 3% foreign transaction fee
  • Southwest-specific rewards

Who Should Get This Card?

Southwest Airlines loyalists pursuing the Companion Pass. Best for domestic travelers who value no bag and change fees.

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