Can I Use Southwest Points for Vacation Packages?

By Michael Ferguson

Are you a Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards member wondering if you can use your points for vacation packages? The answer is yes!

Southwest offers vacation packages that can be purchased with Rapid Rewards points. In this article, we’ll explore how to use your points for vacation packages and what to keep in mind when planning your next getaway.

How to Use Southwest Points for Vacation Packages

Using your Rapid Rewards points for a vacation package is easy. First, log in to your Rapid Rewards account on the Southwest website. Next, select ‘Travel’ from the top menu and then choose ‘Vacations.’ This will take you to the vacation packages page where you can search for and book your desired package.

What Vacation Packages Can I Book with Points?

Southwest offers a variety of vacation packages that can be purchased with Rapid Rewards points. These include:

  • Flight + Hotel Packages
  • Flight + Car Packages
  • Flight + Hotel + Car Packages
  • Theme Park Packages
  • Cruise Packages

How Many Points Do I Need?

The number of points required for a vacation package depends on several factors such as the destination, travel dates, and package type. To determine the number of points needed for a specific package, simply select it and proceed to checkout. The number of points required will be displayed alongside the cash price.

Things to Keep in Mind When Booking with Points

When booking a vacation package with Rapid Rewards points, there are a few things to keep in mind:

  • The number of points required may vary depending on availability and demand.
  • You may need more or fewer points than the cash price of the package.
  • Points used for vacation packages cannot be refunded or transferred.
  • You may need to pay additional fees or taxes not covered by points.

Conclusion

In conclusion, using your Southwest Rapid Rewards points for a vacation package is a great way to travel while saving money. Simply log in to your account, search for your desired package, and check out with your points.

Keep in mind that the number of points required may vary and additional fees may apply. Happy travels!