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

Quartz·October 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM+2

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New Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers start Jan. 1, 2027, while Icon lounges tied to a Chase credit card are due in late 2027

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