Originally Posted by
pgary
Note that there is always an opportunity cost for bonuses. ..Sorry, I don't fly on SWA, so I don't know these costs. Perhaps some of you who actually use these points could do some math for us?
First off, I think some of your math is wrong. I would agree you are totally right to point out that some forget about 2% cashback and "yearn" for miles.
But - Spend a few thousand and getting points on those miles AND get 50,000 is nothing to gloss over. In our case, we have the CP based on two credit cards and have taken at least 15 flights this year. Some are with points. All of the companion only cost $5.60 each.
Side note - and trying not to be rude - but why does someone that does NOT fly Southwest even happen to post here?