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How do I convert my Southwest voucher to points?

Re: Convert travel funds In 2020 Southwest did have a period of time when travel funds could be converted to Rapid Rewards points. That option is no longer available. Now, you would need to let the travel funds expire, then they could be converted to LUV vouchers which could be used by anyone.



As of 2026, you cannot directly "convert" a Southwest LUV Voucher into Rapid Rewards points through a simple exchange button. LUV Vouchers and Rapid Rewards points are treated as two separate forms of "currency" within the Southwest ecosystem. However, there is a strategic workaround often used by savvy travelers: you can use the voucher to book a flight and then, if you have a change of plans, cancel that flight. Depending on the fare type, the value will return to you as a Flight Credit, which (unlike LUV Vouchers) never expires. While you still can't turn them into points, this effectively "saves" the value indefinitely. It is also important to distinguish between a "LUV Voucher" (given for service issues) and a "Flight Credit" (from a cancelled trip). In 2026, Southwest occasionally runs limited-time promotions where they allow members to trade in specific types of travel funds for points at a discounted rate, but this is not a standard, year-round feature. If you have a voucher nearing its expiration, the best use is simply to book a trip for yourself or someone else, as vouchers are transferable, whereas points are locked to your specific Rapid Rewards account unless you pay a fee to transfer them.

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In order to switch from a reservation booked with a Credit Card to a points booking you would have to cancel and rebook at the current price. Unfortunately there is no way to keep your price point (unless that price is still there) and change payment type.

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In fact, it costs $10 for every 1,000 Southwest points you want to transfer to someone else!

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If you want to know how many Southwest points you need for a free flight, the answer is that it depends on the cash cost of your flight. The lower the cash cost, the fewer points will be required and conversely, the higher the cash cost of the flight, the more Southwest points you'll need.

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Do the points I earn expire? No, your Rapid Rewards points do not expire. However, if you choose to close your account, the points in your account will be terminated.

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Normally, a future flight credit is non-transferrable and therefore must be used by the same traveler it was issued to.

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What's the law? The U.S. Department of Transportation (DoT) is clear on the issue of refunds: if your flight is canceled by the airline and you choose not to travel, you are entitled to a refund. That means the dollar amount you paid, not a voucher for the equivalent to use with the airline.

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