It’s back: How to save $50 on a Southwest Airlines flight with a discounted Costco gift card

Costco is back with another deal for Southwest Airlines flyers: Costco shoppers can save $50 on upcoming Southwest Airlines flights by purchasing a $500 Southwest gift card for $449.99 while supplies last.

Deal basics

Airline: Southwest
How to book: Purchase the e-gift card through Costco
Travel dates: N/A
Book by: While supplies last

Costco users can purchase a $500 Southwest Airlines e-gift card for $450, resulting in $50 in savings. You can use gift cards to book Southwest travel online, in person or via phone for all Southwest flights. The gift cards do not expire, but keep in mind that they are restricted to two per purchase and are nonrefundable.

If you buy a gift card, consider using the Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards credit card for 2% back on wholesale club spending on up to $2,500 spent on combined purchases every quarter (then 1%). Or, use the Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi (see rates and fees) for 2% cash back on purchases from Costco and costco.com.

Bottom line

You can purchase $500 Southwest gift cards for $450 while supplies last. This is an opportunity to save $50 on Southwest flights — and potentially earn bonus points by using the right credit card.

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