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Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Southwest offering sale for flights as low as $69 one way

I've noticed Southwest doesn't get too much attention in the travel blogs except when it comes to their coveted Companion Pass but they can they still be a good option in many cases. As I mentioned in a previous post, they are one of only 2 options for me to fly non-stop from my home airport in Indianapolis (IND) to Las Vegas (LAS) which I frequent often and the other choice is the budget airline Allegiant so in reality its my only option for non-stop flights. They also have some pretty generous policies such as their cancellation policy which allows you to cancel your flight for no charge and they are the last of the legacy carriers to offer not one but TWO free checked bags.

They just announced a sale for flights as low as $69 (or 3,574 points) one way although most flights are going to be higher than that.


14-day advance purchase required. Domestic travel is valid only on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Travel to/from Florida and Nevada is valid only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Travel to/from San Juan, Puerto Rico is valid only on Mondays through Thursdays. International travel is valid only on Mondays through Thursdays. Travel to Cancún, Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta is valid only on Sundays through Wednesdays. Travel from Cancún, Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta is valid only on Tuesdays through Fridays. Travel to/from Mexico City; Liberia, Costa Rica and San José, Costa Rica is valid daily. Points bookings do not include taxes, fees, and other government/airport charges of at least $5.60 per one way flight. Restrictions and exclusions apply. Blackout dates apply. Nonrefundable. Select markets. Seats and days limited.

Of course there are many restrictions and you must book by March 28th if you plan to take advantage of this offer. Here are some of the examples that may be worthwhile:


  • Baltimore/Washington, MD (BWI) to Nassau, Bahamas (NAU) for $104 one-way
  • Houston (Hobby), TX (HOU) to Belize City, Belize (BZE) for $126 one-way
  • Houston (Hobby), TX (HOU) to Mexico City, Mexico (MEX) for $98 one-way
  • Houston (Hobby), TX (HOU) to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (PVR) for $148 one-way
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND) to Chicago (Midway), IL (MDW) for $49 one-way
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND) to Baltimore/Washington, MD (BWI) for $69 one-way or Washington (Reagan National), DC (DCA) for $62 one-way
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND) to New York (LaGuardia), NY (LGA) for $72 one-way
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) for $149 one-way
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE) to Boston Logan, MA (BOS) for $74 one-way

These are just a few that I found by quickly scanning the list and there were many more but I got too lazy to type. The full list can be found here. These tickets are considered Wanna Get Away fares so are going to follow those restrictions as follows:


Bottom Line


When I got an email yesterday notifying me of this sale I really didn't think much of it since I don't fly Southwest too often except in certain circumstances but after taking a closer look at some of these fares I am having second thoughts. Just a reminder, Southwest if a transfer partner of Chase Ultimate Rewards so if you have some points to burn or are looking for a cheap getaway then this may be an option. I still find their boarding process somewhat awkward but I've gotten used to and haven't been forced into a middle seat yet. Are you planning to take advantage of this recent sale?

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