From Dexerto · Dylan Horetski · · 1m 10s
Southwest Rewards Free Flights for Phone Notifications
Southwest offers free flights for phone notifications exceeding 185 million Rapid Rewards points.
In brief
Southwest offers free flights for phone notifications exceeding 185 million Rapid Rewards points. Southwest Airlines rewards customers with free flights by converting phone notifications into Rapid Rewards points through its 'Notification Vacation' promotion. Originally reported by Dexerto.
Southwest Launches Notification Vacation
Southwest Airlines launched its 'Enter Airplane Mode' campaign on October 5, 2026, encouraging travelers to disconnect from phone notifications and packed schedules.
Notification Vacation Promotion Details
Rapid Rewards members upload phone screenshots showing notifications to convert them into points, with limits on how many points each member can receive.
Burnout Quiz Offer
Southwest provides a Burnout Quiz measuring reported burnout levels and suggesting potential getaways for customers.
185 Million Points Offer
Combined promotions will give more than 185 million Rapid Rewards points to customers who share phone notifications.
Burnout Survey Results
76% of respondents reported experiencing burnout, while 68% believed taking a trip regains time control.
Past Customer Reward
Southwest previously rewarded a 5-year-old boy with a VIP tour after spotting a pilot training manual error.
The big picture
Southwest Airlines rewards customers with free flights by converting phone notifications into Rapid Rewards points through its 'Notification Vacation' promotion.
