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Value Breakdown
Dollar Value
$5,600.00
Based on average redemption value of 1.40¢ per mile
Smart Recommendations
Best Time to Book
Book award flights for popular routes like Los Angeles to New York City during mid-January to early February when demand typically drops after the holiday season, as availability is generally more favorable during this period.
Sweet Spot
You can book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Hawaii for around 40,000 Rapid Rewards points, which typically costs about $600 in cash, providing exceptional value.
Routing Trick
Book a multi-city itinerary from Los Angeles (LAX) to Denver (DEN) to Nashville (BNA) with a return to LAX, which can save you approximately 10,000 miles compared to booking each leg separately due to Southwest's unique routing rules.
Avoid These Fees
Avoid flying with Spirit Airlines on routes to and from Las Vegas, as they charge up to $65 for carry-on bags and $50 for checked bags, significantly increasing your overall travel costs.
Alternative Airlines
Alaska
Oneworld311,111 miles (-88,889 miles)
Spirit
560,000 miles (+160,000 miles)
Frontier
509,091 miles (+109,091 miles)