How do I qualify for Rapid Rewards status?

To qualify for Rapid Rewards status with Southwest Airlines, members need to achieve a specific number of Tier Qualifying Points (TQPs) within a calendar year. The program has different status levels, including A-List and A-List Preferred, each requiring a certain amount of TQPs to attain. For A-List status, members typically need to earn a minimum of 35,000 TQPs, while A-List Preferred status requires at least 70,000 TQPs. It is important to note that members can earn TQPs in various ways, including traveling on Southwest flights, using Southwest co-branded credit cards for purchases, and utilizing other partner programs. Once a member reaches the required TQPs for a particular status, they usually retain that status for the remainder of the calendar year in which they qualify, as well as the entire next calendar year. Members can easily track their progress toward qualifying status by logging into their Southwest Rapid Rewards account online. For specific details on maintaining status or any changes to the qualification requirements, visiting the official Southwest Rapid Rewards page may provide the most accurate and updated information.