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Southwest Launches Four-Day Companion Pass Deal for One Roundtrip Booked by Aug. 28

Uncertainty over points eligibility alongside a Basic-fare exclusion means travelers should verify the official terms before booking.

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Overview

  • Members must register, then book one roundtrip or two one-ways by Aug. 28 at 11:59 p.m. CT and complete travel by Nov. 15, with already-booked tickets not counting toward the offer.
  • The promotional Companion Pass is valid from Jan. 6 to March 6, 2026, and the designated companion can be changed up to three times during that window.
  • Basic fares are excluded from qualifying for the offer, and coverage indicates they are also not eligible for use with the pass once earned.
  • Eligibility for award bookings is disputed, with One Mile at a Time stating cash, points, or Cash+Points qualify and Thrifty Traveler saying a paid cash ticket is required.
  • The Companion Pass provides buy-one-get-one travel with the companion paying only taxes and fees, and it can be applied to itineraries purchased with cash or Rapid Rewards points during the validity period.