Chase is raising welcome bonuses across its Southwest Airlines credit card lineup through July 1, 2026. The three cards getting bumped offers are the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Card, and Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card.
During the promotion period (May 28 to July 1, 2026), new cardholders can earn up to 90,000 Rapid Rewards points instead of the standard 60,000 points. That 30,000-point increase applies when you meet the spending requirements for each card.
Here's what the elevated offers mean in dollars. Southwest Rapid Rewards points typically redeem at roughly 1 cent per point for flights. A 90,000-point bonus translates to around $900 in flight value, assuming you use the points for Southwest bookings. That makes these temporary bonuses worth considering if you fly Southwest regularly or plan to book a trip soon.
Each card charges an annual fee. The Premier Card costs $69 yearly and includes two free checked bags annually plus other perks. The Plus Card runs $99 per year and adds priority boarding and an annual $75 travel credit that effectively reduces your net fee to $24. The Priority Card carries a $149 annual fee but provides premium benefits including a $75 annual travel credit and significant earning multipliers on Southwest purchases.
The math works best for people who will use the travel benefits. If you rarely fly or don't take advantage of the checked bag allowances and credits, the annual fees won't justify opening an account just for the bonus points.
These temporary bonuses reflect competitive pressure in the airline rewards space. Credit card issuers routinely boost signup bonuses during slow periods or when competing for market share. If Southwest flying fits your travel patterns, locking in a 90,000-point welcome bonus beats waiting for a