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Following the revamp of Capital One's rewards program and the addition of airline transfer partners, the Capital One Venture has catapulted into our list of top travel rewards cards. The ability to earn at least 2X miles on every purchase provides a decent return on spending. Plus the card offers some great perks.

The Capital One Venture X Business is a premium business card earning 2X miles on every purchase, with enhanced earning rates of 5X on flights and 10X on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel. One of the standout features is the $300 annual travel credit for bookings made via Capital One Travel, accompanied by an annual bonus of 10,000 miles from the first anniversary. Additional benefits include a credit of up to $120 for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®, access to over 1,300 lounges worldwide, and the ability to transfer miles to over 15 travel loyalty programs.

The Capital One Spark Cash Plus offers unlimited 2% cash back on every purchase, making it ideal for businesses with diverse spending needs. This card has no preset spending limit and no foreign transaction fees, offering flexibility and simplicity for businesses on the go.

The American Express® Business Gold Card offers 4X points on the top 2 spending eligible categories per billing cycle, 3X points on flights and pre-paid hotels booked on AmexTravel.com, and 1X points on other eligible purchases. Cardholders can earn up to $240 back annually for eligible purchases at FedEx, Grubhub, and U.S. Office Supply Stores, and up to $155 annually for Walmart+ membership costs, enhancing the card's appeal for varied business spending. Enrollment required for select American Express benefits.

The most valuable Ultimate Rewards signup bonus on offer and our top pick for small business rewards cards. Business owners earn 90,000 bonus points after you spend $8,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Plus, earn up to 450,000 points per year on a wide range of 3X bonus categories.

The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card offers cardholders 3 miles per dollar on eligible Alaska Airlines purchases and 2 miles per dollar on everyday purchases like gas, local transit including ride share, cable, and select streaming services. Other benefits include Alaska’s Famous Companion Fare™ annually from $122 ($99 fare plus taxes and fees from $23) after spending $6K in the previous anniversary year, priority boarding, a free checked bag, a 10% reward bonus on miles for Bank of America account holders, and a $100 discount on Alaska Lounge+ Membership.

The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card is tailored for Hilton loyalists seeking valuable perks without a high annual fee. It delivers cardholders 12X Hilton Honors points on direct Hilton purchases, and 6X points at U.S. restaurants, U.S. supermarkets, and U.S. gas stations, enhancing everyday spending. A valuable feature is the complimentary Gold status in the Hilton Honors program, which includes access to room upgrades and bonus points. Additionally, spending $15,000 on purchases in a calendar year earns a free night reward, adding significant value to the card. This card balances robust rewards with a moderate annual fee, making it a strong contender for regular Hilton guests (Enrollment required for select American Express benefits).

The Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card is ideal if you only travel with Delta a few times per year. Earn 2 miles per dollar at restaurants worldwide (including takeout and delivery in the U.S.), and at U.S. supermarkets. For Delta travel, enjoy a first checked bag free, 2 miles per dollar on Delta purchases, and 20% back on in-flight purchases. Spend $10,000 in a calendar year for a $200 Delta Flight Credit. Cardholders also benefit from a 15% discount when using miles for award travel on Delta flights.

The everyday workhorse of the Ultimate Rewards family of cards earns 1.5% cash back on every purchase, every day of the week. While the Freedom Unlimited earns cash back on its own, the points earned become even more valuable when you hold an Ultimate Rewards card with the ability to transfer points to partners.

The Capital One Spark Cash provides a strong return on business expenses of 2% on every $1 spent. Unlike many other cash back business cards, here is no cap on the cash back you can earn.