You’re the reason we fly, and you deserve to be recognized and rewarded for the flights you’re taking. That’s why we offer two different tiers and benefits to make every trip your favorite trip.
As an A-List Preferred member, you will receive all of the standard A-List benefits and the added benefits listed below. Simply fly 50 qualifying one-way flights (40 qualifying one-way flights starting in January 2024) or earn 70,000 tier qualifying points1 in one calendar year. Learn more about how to earn tier status or Companion Pass for 2023. Plus, starting January 2024, fewer flights will be required to qualify for tier status, select Rapid Rewards Credit Cards will earn even more tier qualifying points, and more. Learn more about upcoming Rapid Rewards program changes.
A-List Preferred Status |
In a calendar year. |
You, and everyone on your reservation, get an earlier boarding position.
Tier Customers have access to a same-day confirmed change with no difference in base fare if there is a seat available on the same calendar day. You may add your name to the standby list with a Southwest Customer Service Gate Agent at the airport or list yourself on our Southwest app or mobile web.
Remember: you're among the first on our priority list!
Earn points even faster with a double points bonus on every qualifying flight.4
Special A-List Preferred phone line to help you connect directly with a Customer Representative.
A dedicated lane at Southwest check-in counter and airport security checkpoints.
Enjoy up to two complimentary premium drinks (available for each flight 176 miles or more)
Go online to check email, browse social media, or snag a dinner reservation.