How do I know if I have the Southwest Companion Pass?


How do I know if I have the Southwest Companion Pass? Navigate to the “My Account” button at the top right. Once to the page, scroll to the area labeled “My Rapid Rewards,” and your Companion Pass progress will be listed right there — along with a few other pieces of information.


Does my companion need to check in Southwest?

Companions receive sequential boarding so you will get boarding positions next to or very close to each other. Since that is the case, only one of you needs to purchase EBCI, the 2nd person will automatically get the benefit. You do both need to check-in, but there's no rush as EBCI will be applied.


Do Southwest employees family fly free?

Employees have free, unlimited travel privileges for themselves and eligible dependents on Southwest Airlines.


Do you have to fly before companion voucher expires?

Outbound travel must take place before the expiry date of the Companion Voucher however inbound travel can take place after the expiry date of the Companion Voucher, provided it is booked at the same time as the outbound travel.


Can you earn companion pass twice?

First, you don't have two companion passes so don't think you can book two companions. You have one CP and can have one companion. You cannot earn CP multiple times concurrently. If your son also has a companion pass then he can also designate one companion.


How do I update my companion pass on Southwest?

You may change your designated Companion up to three times each calendar year that you maintain Companion Pass privileges. Any reservation with your current designated Companion must be canceled before changing your designated Companion. To change your Companion, you must call 1-800-435-9792.


Do Southwest companions board with you?

Yes! According to Southwest's rules and regulations, this does apply to a Companion, who is flying with you on your Southwest Companion Pass, except if the Companion Pass holder: Purchased a Business Select® fare. Purchased Upgraded Boarding.


How long do you have to earn companion pass?

To earn the Southwest Companion Pass, you'll either have to accrue 135,000 qualifying points or fly 100 eligible one-way flights in a calendar year.


Can you cancel Southwest credit card and keep companion pass?

While there are numerous benefits to maintaining the Southwest Rapid Reward® credit cards in your wallet, including the ongoing Rapid Rewards points earning on all purchases, bonus points earned on Southwest purchases, yearly bonus points and relatively low annual fees, you will not lose your Companion Pass if you ...


Can you use a Southwest Companion Pass more than once?

One major reason consumers love this pass is because you can use it an unlimited number of times during the year you earn it, plus the entire following year. With that in mind, Southwest Companion Pass rules don't set any limits on how much value you can get in return.


Can you use Southwest Companion Pass to go to Hawaii?

Southwest operates flights both from the mainland U.S. and between islands, so you might end up using your Companion Pass a few times during a Hawaiian holiday if you're planning to hop between the state's diverse islands. Happily, Southwest flies to Hawaii year-round.


How do I get my 2 year companion pass on Southwest?

  1. The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to fly with a companion for only the cost of taxes and fees.
  2. To earn the Companion Pass, you need to accumulate 135,000 qualifying points in a calendar year.
  3. If you time it right, your companion can fly with you for (nearly) free for almost two years.


Can I travel alone with a companion pass?

The Companion Pass is valid for travel only when the Companion is accompanied on his/her flight(s) by the Rapid Rewards Member. When you add a companion to a Southwest reservation, your itineraries will be linked.


How do I get my Southwest Companion Pass 2023?

To qualify, simply fly 100 qualifying one-way flights or earn 135,000 qualifying points* in a calendar year, and you'll earn Companion Pass for the following full calendar year, plus the remainder of the year in which you earned it. Learn more about how to earn tier status or Companion Pass for 2023.


How long do you have to work at Southwest to get free flights for life?

Fly free after hiring. After 10 years you may retire with lifetime flight benefits!