Originally Posted by
honores41
My companion pass will expire next year and I am trying to figure out if worth it for me and what strategy to follow since I am under 5/24 chase rule.
I did 7 national flights and 2 international (Tampa-la Havana and Jamaica)
I value this saving around 2000 dollars. I spent almost 800 dollars and a lot of work in getting this companion pass.
Could you please post how you used your companion pass last year?
How did you get your passs? Alternative strategies?
If you don’t mind post your experiences like that,
Flights: 9
Saving: 2000$
Companion got: welcome bonus plus buying Starwood points plus sw credit card spending
I also earned the pass the past 3 years just on flying and no card bonuses. Haven't used it this year yet, but taking 10 trips within the US and one to Costa Rica. Average cost of the flight between $250 and $300 but I generally used points for all of my flights. Have not used it this year yet but have 2 trips plan for later.
I agree with one of the earlier posters - the value of the pass is different for everyone. It's a nice to have, but I don't go out of my way to try to earn one. I fly enough that if I did it all on Southwest, I would have it by August, but my flight decisions for work are based on when/where I need to be someplace and when I can get home. If Southwest is the best choice then it's my choice, if not I go with another airline.