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Southwest's fourth global partnership enables seamless bookings with Philippine Airlines but currently excludes Rapid Rewards points earning or redemption, with future expansion planned.
- Southwest Airlines Co. announced on Tuesday a partnership with Philippine Airlines, marking its fourth international carrier tie-up.
- As part of a broader push to expand internationally, Southwest Airlines Co. launched partnerships earlier this year with Icelandair, China Airlines and EVA Air, while Philippine Airlines tied up with Alaska Airlines.
- The interline agreement allows seamless single-ticket itineraries, but bookings are initially available only through Philippine Airlines' website and Expedia, while Rapid Rewards earning and redemption are not permitted yet.
- Dozens of new Pacific travel options are available now through Philippine Airlines and third-party sites, and Andrew Watterson, Southwest chief operating officer, said partnerships expand journey start or end points.
- Expanding airline tie-ups positions Southwest Airlines Co. beyond Pacific routes, as it explores transatlantic partnerships and plans redesigned cabins with assigned seating from January 27, 2026.
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Southwest unveils latest partner: Philippine Airlines
Southwest Airlines has added its fourth partnership with an international airline.The carrier on Tuesday announced a new tie-up with Philippine Airlines. As part of the interline agreement, you'll be able to book an itinerary that includes a seamless connection between Southwest and the Manila-based carrier.Eventually, the tie-up could open up Rapid Rewards redemptions to destinations in Australia, Southeast Asia and the South Pacific.SEAN CUDAH…
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES AND PHILIPPINE AIRLINES LAUNCH PARTNERSHIP
DALLAS, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) welcomes Philippine Airlines (PAL) as the newest carrier partnering to connect transoceanic travelers with Southwest-operated flights. Dozens of new travel options across the Pacific are available now through Philippine…
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