Chase is offering a juicy 85,000 Rapid Rewards point bonus for new Southwest Plus, Premier, and Priority cardholders after spending $3,000 in the first three months. While not quite the recent 100,000-point offer some may have seen, it's still a historically strong offer and could be worth jumping on if you missed the last one.

These cards come with perks like free checked bags (for you and up to 8 others on the same reservation with the Priority card!), priority boarding, and anniversary bonuses. Keep in mind that the annual fees aren't waived and have actually increased recently, ranging from $99 to $229, so you need to factor that into your decision. Each card also has different earning rates on certain spending categories.

Here's why this matters to you, awardtrail reader: 85,000 points can get you a bunch of free Southwest flights! Plus, this offer can be strategically timed to help you earn the coveted Southwest Companion Pass. This pass allows one person to fly with you for nearly free (just taxes and fees) for up to two years, essentially doubling the value of your points. While this offer is not as high as the limited time 100K offer, it is still worth a look for anyone who missed out.