You Can Now Use Your Alaska Airlines Companion Fare on Hawaiian Airlines by Mark Jackson and JT Genter July 10, 2025 1 Alaska’s "Famous 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 now you can take it even further on Hawaiian Airlines.
Buy Alaska Airlines Miles for as Low as 1.85¢ Each With a Limited-Time 60% Bonus by JT Genter and Andrew George Bradshaw July 10, 2025 159 Alaska Airlines just rolled out a brand-new up-to-60% bonus on Mileage Plan miles purchases through August 16, 2025. With this promotion, you can buy Alaska miles for as low as 1.85¢ each, unlocking huge value for business and first-class award flights on partners like Fiji Airways, Japan Airlines, and Cathay Pacific.
Now’s the Perfect Time To Status Match to Alaska Airlines — Get Elite Status Through December 2026 by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson July 6, 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 2026. Here's how.
Alaska Mileage Plan Adds Redemptions on Porter Airlines — Fly to Canada From 4.5k Miles Each Way! by Mark Jackson July 4, 2025 1 Alaska Mileage Plan members can now book awards on Porter Airlines using Alaska miles. The partnership between Porter and Alaska kicked off in late 2023, but until now, it hasn't been possible to book award travel on the airline using Alaska miles. Let's dig into the details of this new redemption partner and see if it makes sense for your future travels to and from Canada.
Last Chance: Amex Transfers to Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Mileage Plan Loophole Ends June 30 by Cameron Laufer and Tyler Glatt June 28, 2025 2 American Express is ending its transfer partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, cutting off a backdoor way to earn Alaska miles. If you’re looking to boost your Alaska Mileage Plan balance for future redemptions, now’s the time. Here’s how to transfer before the June 30 deadline.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Awards Nearly Synced — Here’s What’s Still Different by Sam Helmy and Tyler Glatt June 20, 2025 0 Ever since Alaska Airlines finalized its merger with Hawaiian Airlines, both airlines have been taking small, incremental steps to align their loyalty programs. That said, the award chart alignment is nearly complete. Here’s the latest update — and why you might still want to book through Alaska.
Airline Shopping Portal June Promotions: Alaska Launches Offer, 3,500 Bonus Points Between 3 Portals by Skye Class June 13, 2025 150 Airline shopping portal promotions are a great way to earn extra miles for your next flight. Alaska is the final airline to launch a shopping portal promotion this month. With the three extant offers, members can earn a combined 3,500 bonus miles on eligible purchases.
New Alaska Visa Bonus: 50K Bonus Miles + $0 Companion Fare (Just Pay the Taxes) by JT Genter June 11, 2025 9 Earn 50,000 miles and bring a travel companion for just the taxes and fees with Alaska’s latest credit card offer. This limited-time bonus includes Alaska’s Famous Companion Fare™ with $0 base fare, plus valuable perks like free checked bags and priority boarding. We break down everything you need to know — and the best ways to use your bonus Alaska miles.
How to Use Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Miles to Fly to Every Continent by Cameron Laufer July 1, 2025 0 Thanks to Alaska Airlines’ membership in the Oneworld alliance, along with partnerships with several non-alliance carriers, travelers can use Alaska Mileage Plan miles to book award flights to nearly every corner of the globe. If you're serious about globetrotting, it's worth stocking up on Alaska miles. Here's just how easy it is to use these valuable miles to reach every continent.
Alaska Airlines Offering up to 50% Award Discount to Europe, South America, Southeast Asia, and More by Tyler Glatt June 2, 2025 18 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 foodie-favorite cities in Europe, South America, Southeast Asia, and more. Here are the details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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: 1,500 Alaska Mileage Plan Miles, Plus Ways to Enroll for Free by Skye Class July 7, 2025 11 For frequent travelers, CLEAR Plus is a great way to speed through airport security. If you're not yet a member, now might be a good time to join if you're interested in earning some airline miles for doing so. Right now, new members can get 1,500 bonus Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles. Here are the details.
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.
