The companion pass points threshold is 110,000 (not 100,000). But otherwise, you are correct. If you are able to earn 110,000 Companion Pass qualifying points before the end of the year, you will receive Companion Pass for the remainder of this year and all of next year. The best advice is to earn the 110,000 early in a year, so that you earn Companion Pass for all of that year and all of the following year. But if you would like to take advantage of the points you've already earned in 2017, then your plan is solid. As long as you act quickly. The bonus points are sent to Southwest from Chase a few days after the end of the billing cycle in which you make the $2,000 threshold. Just remember that you will actually need 110,000. And that there is a chance that, despite your best efforts, things will not post in 2017, leaving you without a Companion Pass. Good luck.
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