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The information for the following product(s) has been collected independently by Business Insider: Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card, Chase Freedom Flex®. The details for these products have not been reviewed or provided by the issuer. Southwest Airlines offers one of the most traveler-friendly loyalty programs in the industry.

Read our Southwest Companion Pass guide to bringing a friend for free on every trip you take. You can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Southwest Rapid Rewards at a 1:1 ratio. If you're based in the United States, chances are high that you've flown Southwest — or have considered doing so.

The airline operates over 4,000 flights daily between 120 destinations throughout the U.S., Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, Aruba, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, Turks and Caicos, and the Dominican Republic.

Here's everything you need to know about earning, redeeming, and maximizing your Southwest points. Introduction to Southwest Rapid Rewards Southwest is beloved by many travelers for everyday perks such as two free checked bags per person, choose-your-own seating, and priority boarding for active military personnel and families with young chil.