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

Transferring Southwest Rapid Rewards points to another member's account is not free; it typically costs $10 for every 1,000 points transferred. This fee is processed through a third-party partner, Points.com, and does not count toward earning elite status or the Companion Pass. Points must be transferred in increments of 500 or 1,000 (depending on active promotions), with a minimum transfer requirement of 2,000 points per transaction. While this can be a useful way to "pool" points for a specific reward flight, the high cost often makes it a poor financial value. For many travelers, it is smarter to simply book a flight for the other person using your own points directly, which is allowed and carries zero fees. This way, the recipient gets the benefit of the flight without both parties losing value to the transfer fee. Always check the Southwest website for "promotional periods" where these fees might be discounted or the minimums lowered.