Southwest Priority rewards & benefits.

Chase · credit · $149 annual fee · <p>3X on Southwest Airlines purchases</p> <p>2X on local transit and commuting, including rideshare</p> <p>2X Rapid Rewards hotel and car rental partner purchases</p> <p>2X on internet, cable, and phone services, and select streaming</p> <p>1X on all other purchases</p>. Here's what it earns, what it costs, and whether it's worth it.

Rewards by category

effective cash-back rate
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Dining
1.4%
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Groceries
1.4%
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Gas
1.4%
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Travel
1.4%
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Online shopping
1.4%
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Entertainment
1.4%
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Transit
2.8%
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Everything else
1.4%
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Annual fee
$149
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Welcome bonus
No current welcome bonus

Credits

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Travel
$75

Perks

  • — about $105/yr
  • — about $40/yr

Is the Southwest Priority worth it?

On a typical US spending profile, the Southwest Priority projects to about $642 in annual rewards, or roughly $493 after its $149 annual fee. Your real number depends on where you actually spend — and on catching the credits and bonuses most people forget. WalletFlo tracks all of it automatically.

Common questions

What credit score do I need for the Southwest Priority?

A good-to-excellent credit score is generally recommended. Approval also depends on income, existing accounts, and issuer rules.

Is the Southwest Priority's annual fee worth it?

It charges $149 a year. Its recurring credits alone are worth about $75 if you use them. Use the annual-fee calculator to check for your situation.

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