Earn 135,000 qualifying Rapid Rewards points in a calendar year
Fly 100 qualifying one-way Southwest flights in a calendar year
Use Southwest Rapid Rewards credit card welcome bonuses and spending to earn qualifying points
Time credit card applications and spending to maximize points within the same calendar year
Combine points from flights, credit card spending, and partner activity that count toward Companion Pass qualification
Track qualifying points carefully, since only points earned in the calendar year count
After earning Companion Pass, designate one companion to fly with you for taxes and fees only
Requalify each year by meeting the same qualifying requirements again