Guide to Alaska Mileage Plan Miles Expiration Policy by Sam Helmy May 25, 2025 84 Alaska Mileage Plan has one of the most generous expiration policies around. Here's a rundown of the full expiration policy and what it means of you, and tips on how to earn and burn your Alaska miles.
Alaska Million Miler Status: A Lifetime of Perks for Mileage Plan Loyalists by Brie Bash May 21, 2025 0 For those dedicated and loyal travelers who frequently fly with Alaska, reaching Million Miler status offers a unique path to lifetime benefits, including lifetime elite status and priority treatment, making it a valuable achievement for those committed to the airline. This guide will provide all the essential details about Alaska Airlines Million Miler status.
Amex Ending Transfers to Hawaiian Airlines — Here’s Why You Should Transfer Points Before It’s Too Late by Cameron Laufer May 16, 2025 2 American Express is ending transfers to Hawaiian Airlines. This transfer partnership is currently an excellent backdoor way to build your balance of Alaska Mileage Plan miles. So if you are interested in transferring to take advantage of Alaska miles award redemptions, the time to do so is running out. Here's how to transfer Amex points to Hawaiian (and beyond to Alaska) and some top Alaska redemptions to consider before this partnership ends.
Fly With a Plus One for Less: How to Earn and Use an Alaska Airlines Companion Fare by Ashley Onadele and Mark Jackson May 15, 2025 0 The Alaska Airlines Companion Fare is available to both personal and business Alaska credit cardholders after meeting minimum spend requirements. The fare code allows you to book a one-time coach ticket for a companion for just $99 plus taxes and fees on any Alaska Airlines-operated domestic or international flight. Here's how it works, including the restrictions to beware of.
Deal Alert: Fly Aer Lingus Business Class to Europe for 45k Alaska Miles (Or Amex Points) by Cameron Laufer May 11, 2025 0 If you want to head to Ireland this summer in style without breaking the bank, we've got just the deal for you. Business class seats on Aer Lingus to Dublin, Shannon, and beyond start at just 45,000 Alaska miles per way, a fraction of what many other programs charge for transatlantic premium cabin flights. Here's an overview of this deal, and how you can take advantage of it even if you don't currently have Alaska miles.
Earn Up to 5,500 Bonus Miles Through Airline Shopping Portals This Week by Skye Class May 7, 2025 150 Airline shopping portal promotions are a great way to earn extra miles for your next flight. This week, three airlines launched promotions dubbed Member Appreciation Bonuses. After reaching spending thresholds across all three platforms, members can earn 5,500 total bonus miles. Here are all the details on these limited-time promotions.
How to Use Your Alaska Airlines Wallet Funds — and Keep Them From Expiring Worthless by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea May 5, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines has a unique way for frequent fliers to store their trip credits for future use, called "wallet funds." When you cancel a trip, instead of those codes living (and potentially dying) in your email inbox, you can have funds deposited into your Alaska Airlines Wallet. Once the funds are deposited, there are a few rules to follow to use them and not let them expire. Here's how to use these credits.
Launching This Summer: Use Your Alaska Airlines Companion Fare on Hawaiian Airlines by Mark Jackson May 4, 2025 0 Alaska’s Companion Fare is famous for a reason. This lucrative benefit allows eligible Mileage Plan credit cardholders to purchase a round-trip ticket for a companion for $99 (plus taxes and fees) anywhere Alaska Airlines flies within North America. Traditionally, it’s only been valid on Alaska-operated flights, but this summer, you’ll be able to take it even further on Hawaiian Airlines.
Alaska Airlines Visa® Business Card Review: Earn Valuable Miles and Enjoy Excellent Travel Benefits by Ryan Smith and Sam Helmy May 3, 2025 1 What do you get when you combine highly valuable airline miles, a valuable companion ticket each year, free checked bags, and a strong earning structure? You get the Alaska Airlines Visa® Business card from Bank of America. Our review takes a detailed look at this card to see if it's the right one for you.
Alaska Airlines Adds Philippine Airlines as Its 32nd Mileage Plan Partner by Tyler Glatt May 1, 2025 0 There's a brand-new Alaska Airlines partner in town, and it goes by the name of Philippine Airlines. With this addition, the Mileage Plan partner list is closing in on three dozen, as Philippine Airlines becomes the 32nd carrier to partner with Alaska. Here’s what to know about Alaska’s newest partner.
How to Redeem Alaska Miles for One-of-a-Kind Mileage Plan Unlocked Experiences by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea April 25, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines introduced Mileage Plan Unlocked, a new way for members to redeem their miles for things like sports and concert tickets, travel packages, food and wine experiences, and more. Here’s how to use your miles to access those events — along with a few tips to help you earn more Alaska miles.
Have an Alaska or Hawaiian Credit Card? Your Checked Bag Benefits Just Got Better by Mark Jackson April 24, 2025 0 Combining airline operations is always a complex process, but so far, the merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines has progressed smoothly. Now, another welcome update is rolling out: co-branded credit card holders from both airlines can use their checked bag benefits across both carriers. Here are the details.
Buy Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Miles With up to a 60% Bonus [1.85¢ Each] by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter April 9, 2025 159 Alaska Airlines is back with a new miles sale, offering up to a 60% bonus through May 21, 2025. This drops the price to as low as 1.85¢ per mile — one of the best rates Alaska offers. If you’re planning a premium cabin redemption on Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Fiji Airways, this sale could save you hundreds (or thousands) of dollars.
Earn Alaska MVP Elite Status After One Round-Trip Flight — to Australia or New Zealand by Tyler Glatt April 8, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines is offering complimentary Mileage Plan elite status after one round-trip flight — with a catch. If you book and fly a round-trip between the continental U.S. and either Auckland or Sydney, you’ll lock in MVP perks through December 2026. Here’s what to know.
From Free Wi-Fi to Upgrade Certificates: Alaska Airlines Milestone Rewards Explained by Brie Bash April 4, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members now have more opportunities to earn valuable perks as of 2025. This popular loyalty program has made some structural changes, including rolling out brand-new milestone rewards that grant members exclusive benefits between elite tiers. Here's how to earn them.
Fly for a Fixed Monthly Fee: Is the Alaska Airlines Flight Pass Worth Subscribing To? by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson March 23, 2025 2 The Alaska Airlines Flight Pass is an annual subscription plan tailored to West Coast travelers that allows for flexible, frequent flights after paying monthly dues. Is it worth subscribing? Here's everything you need to know in order to decide.
Alaska Airlines’ 20-Minute Baggage Guarantee: How to Claim 2,500 Miles or a $25 Credit by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash March 21, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines’ baggage guarantee promises checked bags at the carousel within 20 minutes of arrival. If not, you’ll get 2,500 Mileage Plan miles or a $25 discount code for a future flight. Here's how to claim your compensation if your bags are delayed.
5 Reasons Why I Just Status Matched to Alaska Airlines by Mark Jackson March 18, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines status is a great status to have, and my current Executive Platinum status is expiring soon. Here's why I decided to take advantage of the once-a-lifetime status match opportunity with Alaska before it was too late!
The Best Ways to Visit Machu Picchu Using Points and Miles by Cameron Laufer March 17, 2025 0 Have you ever dreamed of visiting one of the Seven Wonders of the World? With the right points and miles strategy, you can make a trip to Machu Picchu more affordable by covering flights and hotels with rewards. In this guide, we’ll break down the best ways to book your trip based on the points you have.
How to Use Your Alaska Credit Card to Unlock MVP Elite Status and Milestone Rewards in 2025 by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson March 16, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines rolled out a handful of changes to its Mileage Plan frequent flyer program. Among them is a chance to earn MVP elite status and Milestone Rewards without getting on an Alaska Airlines flight. The spending requirement is steep, but it's entirely possible to earn MVP perks through credit cards alone. Here's how to leverage Alaska's co-branded credit cards to earn elite status and choice benefits in 2025.
Alaska MVP Gold: First Class Upgrades, Cost-Saving Benefits, and Oneworld Sapphire Perks by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson March 12, 2025 0 If Alaska Airlines is your airline of choice, MVP Gold status offers several benefits that are sure to save you money and make your next trips more comfortable. This is the sweet spot among Alaska's elite status tiers. From complimentary premium cabin upgrades to bonus miles, free checked bags, and more, here's everything you need to know about Alaska Airlines MVP Gold.
Alaska Airlines Offering up to 50% Award Discount to Europe, Canada, Asia, and More by Tyler Glatt May 21, 2025 17 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan has an interesting offer for up to 50% off award flights to six international destinations. These featured destinations change each quarter, and this month’s lineup includes routes to Europe, Canada, Asia, and more. Here are the details.
How to Match Your Status to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan and Get Elite Perks Through 2025 by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson May 21, 2025 4 Provided you hold an eligible elite status tier with one of eight eligible airlines, you can initiate a status match to Alaska Airlines and get complimentary Mileage Plan status for three months. And with the right amount of qualifying flight activity, you can extend your status through the end of 2025. Here's how.
Alaska Airlines Now Allows Mixed Partner Award Bookings — But With a Catch by Tyler Glatt February 17, 2025 2 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles can take you pretty far — and for pretty good value, too. But something you couldn't do with Alaska miles has been to use them to book a single award on multiple airlines. Until now. You can now book one Mileage Plan award ticket and fly two partner airlines, but with a few limitations. Here are the details.
CLEAR® Plus Membership Deals: Get $75 Uber Credit or 1500 Alaska Miles, Plus Ways to Enroll for Free by Skye Class February 11, 2025 11 If you aren't already a member, CLEAR is sweetening the pot with promotions for signing up for a new membership. Once again, new members can claim a $75 Uber voucher, plus the ongoing offer for 1,500 bonus Alaska miles. Furthermore, several airline elite status members, plus various credit cardholders, can score a discounted or free membership.
The Cost of an Alaska Airlines Lounge Membership is Going Up Soon — Here’s How To Save Now by Tyler Glatt February 14, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines will raise the prices for Alaska Lounge and Lounge+ memberships on February 12, 2025. Here's what Alaska Airlines (and Oneworld) frequent flyers need to know about this price adjustment — and how you can save on the cost of membership before the prices increase.
See Two Places for the Price of One: How To Add a Free Stopover Using Alaska Airlines Miles by Jenna Hansen and Tyler Glatt January 20, 2025 11 You book a flight for almost free using miles, plus you get to add an additional stop in another city for free along the way. But that's exactly what Alaska Airlines lets you do when you book a qualifying award flight! Here's how.
Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® Credit Card Review: Earn Valuable Miles Plus Elite-Like Perks by JT Genter and Brie Bash January 13, 2025 19 The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card lets you earn valuable Alaska Mileage Plan miles and enjoy perks like a free checked bag and priority boarding. And with a valuable welcome bonus, this card is a must-consider — even for those who don’t frequently fly Alaska Airlines.
7 Top Alaska Award Chart Sweet Spots to Maximize Your Mileage Plan Miles in 2025 by Tyler Glatt and Ian Snyder January 5, 2025 38 In this post, we'll dive into Alaska's new award charts and highlight some of the best sweet spots for redeeming Alaska Mileage Plan miles for maximum value — including 4,500-mile awards to the Caribbean, 45k-mile business class awards to Europe, and JAL business class to Asia from 60k miles!
Fast-Track to Alaska MVP Gold 75K Elite Status in 2025: Special Offer for Corporate Travelers by Skye Class January 2, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines offers Elite status challenges for targeted Mileage Plan members each year. Through 2025, select employees can earn up to MVP Gold 75K status days after completing just 10 round trips. Dozens of companies are eligible, so check your email to see if you have one of the offers. Here are the details.
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