Airline Transfer Partner
Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest Airlines
Chase’s flexible Chase Ultimate Rewards points move to Rapid Rewards at a 1:1 ratio. Every 1 Chase Ultimate Rewards points becomes 1 Rapid Rewards miles. No active transfer bonus right now — set an alert to catch the next one.
Rapid Rewards
Southwest Airlines
Ratio
1:1
Partner Type
Airline
Program CPP
2.05¢
Current Bonus
None
How many miles do I get?
| Chase Ultimate Rewards points transferred | Rapid Rewards miles received | Approx. cash value |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 | 10,000 | ~$205 |
| 25,000 | 25,000 | ~$512 |
| 50,000 | 50,000 | ~$1,025 |
| 100,000 | 100,000 | ~$2,050 |
Approximate cash value is based on Pointify’s 2.05¢ average redemption for Chase Ultimate Rewards. Actual value depends on the redemption — premium cabin awards on Southwest Airlines often yield 3–8¢ per point.
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How to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to Rapid Rewards
- 1
Confirm award availability on Southwest Airlines before transferring — seats can disappear quickly and transfers are one-way.
- 2
Log in to your Chase account at the Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer hub.
- 3
Select Southwest Airlines (Rapid Rewards) as the destination and enter your Rapid Rewards loyalty number.
- 4
Choose the amount (1:1 ratio — every 1 Chase Ultimate Rewards points becomes 1 Rapid Rewards miles) and confirm. Most transfers post instantly or within a few hours.
- 5
Complete the booking on the Southwest Airlines website using your newly transferred miles.
Frequently asked questions
What is the transfer ratio from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest Airlines?+
The transfer ratio is 1:1 — every 1 Chase Ultimate Rewards points becomes 1 Rapid Rewards miles.
How long does a transfer from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Rapid Rewards take?+
Most Chase transfers to Southwest Airlines post instantly or within a few hours. Some partners can take 1–2 business days during high-volume periods, so we recommend transferring only after you have confirmed award space.
Is there a current transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest Airlines?+
No active bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest Airlines is listed today, but bonuses are run throughout the year. Set a price and bonus alert to be notified the moment one activates.
Can I transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points back if I change my mind?+
No. Transfers from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Rapid Rewards are one-way and irreversible. Always confirm award availability with Southwest Airlines before initiating the transfer.
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