Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines take the runner-up spots, and JetBlue drops below the pack. Since much of the value for these airline loyalty programs comes from first class upgrades, budget airlines such as Southwest, Spirit and Frontier are at a natural disadvantage in the...
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This is an age-old question, and it can be difficult to answer, as the value of the mile of any given program can be quite subjective. That said, some airline programs make it easier to decipher than others. Southwest is a good example here, as its Rapid Rewards Points almost always ...
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After all, that’s what an airline loyalty program is about: Rewarding frequent flyers with value (in this case, points or miles) that they can use for future trips. With this in mind, we can determine which airlines deliver on this simple promise and which fall short. To do this, our...
General rewards cards and many of the most popular credit cards for travel aren’t connected with a specific airline. You’ll earn cash-back or rewards you can use for travel, but you likely won’t get airline-specific perks. In comparison, airline credit cards (or co-branded cards) are...
(EQMs) for award travelbooked through Mileage Plan. This applies both for travel on Alaska and for travel on partner airlines. Just book using Mileage Plan miles and have your Mileage Plan number on the reservation, and you’ll earn one elite mile per mile flown, regardless of the class ...
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Bankrate’s latest point and mile valuations Expert advice on using travel credit cards It’s important to know how to maximize your rewards and perks. Otherwise, a travel card could end up being a money pit. Here are a few pointers from our experts for making the most of your travel...