Southwest Unveils First Debit Card

Southwest unveils first debit card

Southwest announced Oct. 28 its first debit card, providing a way for travelers to accrue points as they spend. It is the latest change to the Dallas-based carrier's Rapid Rewards program in recent months. Learn more about this latest change and how it fits into the wider shift in strategy in this story.

Southwest Airlines unveils a new debit card that earns points

These days, debit cards that earn airline points or miles are few and far between.But Southwest Airlines is giving it a shot.The airline on Tuesday announced a brand-new, cobranded Rapid Rewards debit card that will allow members to earn points on everyday spending — with no credit check required.While it lacks many of the valuable perks and travel benefits of a true travel credit card, this debit card could be an intriguing option for younger t…

The Southwest debit card is live & it's actually mildly interesting

Last month, Southwest announced that it would be launching a debit card. Details were limited, but we managed to find a landing page that contained some card details, such as the welcome bonus and earning rates. Based on those limited features, the card didn’t seem very interesting. The Southwest debit card is now available for applications. Along with that, full details of the card’s features are now available and it turns out that the card is …

New Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Debit Card: What's Old Is New Again

For years, we haven’t seen any major US airlines introduce co-branded debit cards, due to lack of ability to make money there. Fortunately that’s a trend that’s now changing, and Southwest Airlines is the first carrier to roll out such a product.Details of the new Southwest Rapid Rewards Debit CardThe new Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Debit Card has just launched, powered by Galileo. The card is issued by Sunrise Banks N.A., member FDIC, with…

Southwest Airlines unveils new rapid rewards debit card

Southwest Airlines Co. is offering a new way for Customers to earn Rapid Rewards points on everyday purchases with the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Debit Card. Powered by Galileo, the new Visa debit card combines the convenience of debit payments with the benefits of Rapid Rewards. Tony Roach, EVP Chief Customer and Brand Officer at Southwest Airlines said: “At Southwest Airlines, we are continually exploring new ways for our Customers to ex…