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Do Southwest Rapid Rewards Points Expire? Policy & Rules
Everything you need to know about Southwest Rapid Rewards point expiration timelines, qualifying activity rules, 4-year hard caps, cancellation windows, and fee schedules.
Southwest Rapid Rewards Expiration & Cancellation Summary
Expiration Policy
Rapid Rewards points do not expire, but if you close your account the points are terminated
Cancellation Window
Free cancellations until 10 minutes before departure. No-shows on Wanna Get Away fares forfeit all points and taxes
Change & Refund Fees
$0 USD
5 Ways to Prevent Southwest Rapid Rewards Points from Expiring
- Swipe a Co-Branded Card: Any purchase on an affiliated credit card generates points activity that resets your clock.
- Transfer Points: Transfer 1,000 points from a flexible credit card partner to trigger fresh account activity.
- Shop or Dine with Partners: Make a small purchase through the loyalty program's shopping or dining portal.
- Complete a Paid Stay or Flight: Even a 1-night inexpensive stay will generate qualifying activity.
- Redeem a Small Reward: Redeeming a fraction of points for a gift card or minor award also counts as activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Southwest Rapid Rewards redemption value, transfer rules, and policies:
Do Southwest Rapid Rewards points expire?
Rapid Rewards points do not expire, but if you close your account the points are terminated
What counts as qualifying activity to keep Southwest Rapid Rewards points active?
Qualifying activities include earning points via co-branded credit card spend, completing an eligible stay/flight, transferring points from a partner, using a dining/shopping portal, or purchasing points.
What is the cancellation policy on Southwest Rapid Rewards award bookings?
Free cancellations until 10 minutes before departure. No-shows on Wanna Get Away fares forfeit all points and taxes
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