Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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No, you cannot redeem Southwest Rapid Rewards points for Amazon.com gift cards. You can use points for gift cards through the Southwest More Rewards portal, but Amazon.com is not included—only select retailers are available. Also, keep in mind that the redemption value for gift cards is generally lower than the value you’d get for flights.
Popular Gift Cards You Can Redeem with Southwest Points
- Target
- Starbucks
- Best Buy
- Walmart
- Home Depot
- Kohl’s
- Panera
- Lowe's
You can visit the Southwest Rapid Rewards portal to see latest options.
In addition to gift cards, Southwest points can be used for flights, hotel stays, rental cars, and other travel-related rewards. If you’re interested in learning more, check out WalletHub’s review of the Southwest Rapid Rewards program.
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What is the value of Southwest points?
Southwest points are worth 1.49 cents per point, on average, when redeemed for Southwest flights, so 10,000 Rapid Rewards points equal about $149 in airfare. Southwest points can also be redeemed for hotel stays, car rentals and gift cards, but they generally provide the greatest value when used for award flights.
You can use WalletHub’s Southwest Points Value Calculator to quickly determine the cash value of any number of Southwest points. One of the most effective ways to increase the...
read full answer by Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs AnalystHow do I redeem my Southwest Rapid Rewards points?
To redeem Southwest points, log in to your Southwest Rapid Rewards account online, call 800-435-9792, or use the Southwest mobile app. Southwest points are worth about 1.49 cents each when redeemed for Southwest Airlines flights, making this the best redemption option.
How to Redeem Southwest Rewards for Flights
- Login to your Southwest Rapid Rewards account.
- Enter your travel details and select the “Show fares in points” option.
- Click “Search flights” to view available fares offering...
Can I sell my Southwest points?
No, you can’t sell your Southwest points for cash. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club' rules don’t allow it, and if you try to sell or trade points, you risk losing them or even getting your account suspended. Instead, you can redeem your points for things like free flights, hotel stays, car rentals, and more.
Popular Ways to Redeem Your Southwest Points
- Free Flights: Redeem Rapid Rewards points for flights to a wide range of destinations.
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