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Southwest will add Platinum status and airport lounges in Rapid Rewards overhaul

Southwest adds Platinum status and airport lounges in Rapid Rewards overhaul.

Context
What happened: Southwest is overhauling its Rapid Rewards program with new Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers starting Jan. 1, 2027, plus Icon airport lounges tied to a Chase credit card due in late 2027. Key numbers: New tiers start Jan. 1, 2027. Icon lounges due late 2027. Why it matters: The changes add premium perks and a lounge network to a loyalty program, tying lounge access to a Chase credit card.
What changed
Southwest is overhauling its Rapid Rewards program with new Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers starting Jan. 1, 2027, plus Icon airport lounges tied to a Chase credit card due in late 2027.
Why it matters
The changes add premium perks and a lounge network to a loyalty program, tying lounge access to a Chase credit card.
Sources
qz
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